Where to get H1N1 flu shot.. (Scranton, Clarks Summit: college, moving)

[EnyaGirl]

From the CDC:
Flu FAQ: What have been the results of the clinical trials of the 2009 H1N1 vaccines?

Also, the virus in a flu shot are killed (inactivated) so you cannot get the flu from a flu shot.

[EnyaGirl]

Originally Posted by go phillies

I didn't spread a rumor, I asked a question, it is possible. People have gotten the flu themselves from getting a vaccine. Or do you have an M.D. after your name?

No, that is a myth. Do YOU have a M.D. after your name? It is absolutely FALSE that you can get the flu from a flu shot. Find me any reputable source that says otherwise.

[go phillies]

Children Who Get Flu Vaccine Have Three Times Risk Of Hospitalization For Flu, Study Suggests

[EnyaGirl]

Originally Posted by go phillies

Children Who Get Flu Vaccine Have Three Times Risk Of Hospitalization For Flu, Study Suggests

""While these findings do raise questions about the efficacy of the vaccine, they do not in fact implicate it as a cause of hospitalizations," said Dr. Joshi. "More studies are needed to assess not only the immunogenicity, but also the efficacy of different influenza vaccines in asthmatic subjects."

[go phillies]

Originally Posted by EnyaGirl

""While these findings do raise questions about the efficacy of the vaccine, they do not in fact implicate it as a cause of hospitalizations," said Dr. Joshi. "More studies are needed to assess not only the immunogenicity, but also the efficacy of different influenza vaccines in asthmatic subjects."

It may not be 100% proven as the cause, but it sure does raise a red flag.

[rockky]

I was at the dr. today, and got the regular flu shot. I asked about the H1N1. I was told the doctors can't get the vaccine in stock. "We can't get our hands on any."

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[pocopc]

Originally Posted by EnyaGirl

From the CDC:
Flu FAQ: What have been the results of the clinical trials of the 2009 H1N1 vaccines?

Also, the virus in a flu shot are killed (inactivated) so you cannot get the flu from a flu shot.

True, for the shot.. But the nasal spray is a live "weak" virus. Still the chances you would get the flu from it are rare. But i still dont think i'd take my chances with the nasal spary. I'll get the shot when it comes out

[loveinbloom]

Originally Posted by rockky

I was at the dr. today, and got the regular flu shot. I asked about the H1N1. I was told the doctors can't get the vaccine in stock. "We can't get our hands on any."

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When I called the peds office, they said the school district would be getting them first, and they are being distrubted by area, ours haven't received them yet...then the doctors would get them but they do not know when and how much...

[kinpa]

The whole hoopla over the flu shot being too new is a scare tactic. Every year they create a new flu vaccine. It needs to be changed every year to prevent the type of flu that is expected to go around that year. The vaccine prevents more deaths than it causes. Children are at a great risk from this illness and putting the msg out there that the shot is "Too new" is dangerous. I am fairly sure I just got over H1NI I was very sick for 6 days. It was awful, not as simple as a little cold. I really felt like death and called my daughter and asked to to be sure to get the kids and herself shots asap. So far this year more people have been killed by this flu than all year with the other flu- and most of those are children. If you dont want to have the shot, fine but please dont try to scare other people from doing what is best for their child or themselves. You could end up with their blood on your hands.

[EnyaGirl]

Originally Posted by kinpa

The whole hoopla over the flu shot being too new is a scare tactic. Every year they create a new flu vaccine. It needs to be changed every year to prevent the type of flu that is expected to go around that year. The vaccine prevents more deaths than it causes. Children are at a great risk from this illness and putting the msg out there that the shot is "Too new" is dangerous. I am fairly sure I just got over H1NI I was very sick for 6 days. It was awful, not as simple as a little cold. I really felt like death and called my daughter and asked to to be sure to get the kids and herself shots asap. So far this year more people have been killed by this flu than all year with the other flu- and most of those are children. If you dont want to have the shot, fine but please dont try to scare other people from doing what is best for their child or themselves. You could end up with their blood on your hands.

Ahhh, THANK YOU.