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Rotarix rotavirus vaccine contaminated, officials say

SAVE THIS | EMAIL THIS | Close Rotarix rotavirus vaccine contaminated, officials say By Tom Watkins, CNN STORY HIGHLIGHTS Doctors have been advised to suspend use of Rotarix rotavirus vaccine Another vaccine, RotaTeq, is still OK to use, officials say GlaxoSmithKline, maker of Rotarix, says the contamination is not harmful Contagious and Infectious Diseases (CNN) [...]

What’s good for the goose – Goose eggs for manufacturing Avian influenza vaccines

Feb. 20–RURAL TOLNA, N.D. — As Rick Glynn and Spencer Hanson walk on a soft layer of straw, scores of geese — a few honking at the excitement — waddle out of their way, some strolling to another part of the indoor pen, others sauntering outside into the crisp, bright February morning sun. “They can [...]

Swine Flu Vaccine Side Effects

I recieved a question from someone about having a reaction to a H1N1 flu shot. I advise the person to contact their Doctor but I have also posted some common reactions to the vaccine. Swine Flu Vaccine Side Effects Preliminary Safety of H1N1 Flu Shots Reported Sep 19, 2009 Megan Doyle Recently released reports detail [...]

Flu Vaccine Locator

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2009 H1N1 Influenza Vaccine Supply Status

2009 H1N1 Influenza Vaccine Supply Status December 18, 2009, 5:00 PM ET Note: Supplies of the vaccines to protect against the 2009 H1N1 virus are increasing and many places have opened up vaccination to anyone who wants it. This vaccine is the best way to protect against the 2009 H1N1 pandemic virus. Those who have [...]

H1N1 vaccine recall: 800,000 doses of kids’ swine flu vaccine found to be not potent enough

Health officials are recalling some 800,000 pediatric doses of the H1N1 flu vaccine after tests indicated they may not be powerful enough to offer protection against the virus, according to The Associated Press. It’s unclear how many doses already have been distributed, but officials said they don’t think children need to be revaccinated, according to [...]

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Phishing Scam for H1N1 Vaccination program

PHISHING SCAM – CDC Sponsored State Vaccination Program for H1N1 CDC has received reports of fraudulent emails (phishing) referencing a CDC sponsored State Vaccination Program for H1N1. The messages request that users create a personal H1N1 (swine flu) Vaccination Profile on the CDC.gov web site. Users that click on the embedded link in the email [...]

Elderly question flu shot controls

Elderly question flu shot controls 65 and older face H1N1 vaccine limits By PAUL HARASIM LAS VEGAS REVIEW-JOURNAL H1N1 Flu Virus (swine flu) George Anter, 74, stands behind some of the medications that he uses to keep his ailments in check. Anter is angry that he is not eligible for a swine flu shot. George [...]

H1N1 Vaccine: Myths & Misconceptions

I’ve seen alot of myths and rumors on the web about the H1N1 Vaccine. Alot of scare mongering from the tin foil hat crowd. The following Frequently Asked Questions and answers should put to rest the myths and misconceptions about the flu vaccine. “Vaccines that contain thimerosal are unsafe for children and pregnant women.” It [...]