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FLU VACCINE INFORMATION Latest News December 07, 2009 We now have a limited supply of the Swine (H1N1) flu vaccine in the Flumist (nasal) form. The
nasal mist form is approved for healthy children, without asthma or other disabling conditions, who are 2
years and older. We recommend, however, that if your child cannot sniff easily on command, that you wait until the shot
form is available again. We also currently have a limited supply of the regular,
seasonal flu vaccine in shot form only for both infants and older children. Nurse Only appointments
to give flu vaccines will be on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays only.
Our Recommendation
We are recommending the H1N1 flu vaccine for all of our
patients, as we expect this disease to impact our region significantly in the weeks and months ahead. We do not expect
any more side effects from this vaccine compared to any other your child has received. Children 10 and over can receive only one dose for full protection. At this
time, scientists believe that children 6 months to 9 years may do best with 2 doses. Children under 6 months have not
been approved for the vaccine. You can get more information
by calling: 1-888-658-2850 or 1-877-211-6277. You can also go to the following websites: www.mass.gov/flu www.cdc.gov.flu http://flu.masspro.org/
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