'Showers, Shots, & Soap' In Lealman June 1

ST. PETERSBURG, FL --The Florida Department of Health in Pinellas County (DOH-Pinellas) is providing no-cost vaccines and more at the Showers, Shots & Soap outreach in Lealman on Saturday, June 1.

Adults can receive hepatitis A vaccines at no cost. Shower facilities and soap, also at no cost, will be available at Lealman Community Park, 3875 54th Ave N., St. Petersburg.

The term "hepatitis" means an inflammation of the liver. Hepatitis A is a very contagious liver infection that's usually spread when someone comes in contact with the feces of an infected person.

An effective vaccine is available to prevent the spread of hepatitis A.

For information on DOH-Pinellas' Hepatitis Program, click here.