Swine Flu Vaccine Dangers

The CDC is reporting that 36 states have widespread H1N1 swine influenza.  In the past two weeks, this number has grown from 25 states.  The swine flu is expected to be widespread in all 50 states by the end of the month.  Click here to see the CDC Map.

The H1N1 vaccine has arrived in cities, and has been given mainly to children.  It will be widely available in shot form or nasal spray.  75 million doses will be available by the end of the year.  Check with your doctor about where you can get it.

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) claims that they have not seen any serious side effects in studies, and that it has generated a good response.  The CDC recommends a flu shot for those who may experience problems if they got the swine flu these groups include: pregnant women, caregivers and household contacts of children younger than 6 months, everyone between the ages of 6 months and 24 years, and people ages 25 to 64 with existing health problems. Read more