11/10/2009

âñ  The H1N1 flu vaccine is expected to begin to arrive in

Salina in early to mid-October. Within a few months, there

should be enough vaccine to immunize everyone who wants

it.

âñ  Earlier doses will go to those most likely to have

complications from the H1N1 flu, and to be exposed to and

spread the H1N1 flu.

âñ  The vaccine is free, although some private providers may

charge a small administration fee.

âñ  Don't pester the health department. The Salina Journal

and radio stations will be informed promptly when it's

decided when and where specific groups are eligible for the

vaccine.

âñ  The first round of vaccines will be the nasal spray LAIV

vaccine, which can be given to health care workers age 49

and younger who have direct patient contact; and, healthy

children, ages 2 to 9.

âñ  Call your health care provider or monitor the news media

for dates of public flu clinics in the community.

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