The latest death is just another reason behind an emerging scene around Kentucky and southern Indiana. Hundreds of people are taking the advice of medical professionals and getting their H1N1 and seasonal flu vaccines.
The latest area flu clinic got underway Tuesday, and the line at the Paroquet Springs Conference Center was overwhelming. The doors opened at 5 p.m., but people started lining up hours earlier.
Steve Cox from Mount Washington, was first in line at noon with his family.
"I do what I can to protect my family, I've got two teenage sons, if I could have gotten them over here, I would have gotten them over here too," said Cox.
Tuesday's clinic was for both the conventional and H1N1 vaccines. The estimate was for 1,000 people, but it's believed over 1,000 showed up. People waited in lawn chairs inside and out, reading books, doing homework, and just about anything to pass the time.
"A lot of people fear that there will be a shortage, so we make sure to have enough vaccinations for anybody whose in a priority group, and everybody else should remain calm until we receive further shipments," said Dr. Swannie Jett, Public Health Director.
A week ago, Louisville Public Health and Wellness officials told Jefferson County School officials about their massive plans for the clinics in all schools. Wednesday morning, officials will announce the plans for the first H1N1 clinics for those at high risk, in Louisville.