My only question remains to be, Why would I even think about getting an H1N1 (swine flu) vaccination? Regardless of my own personal circumstance I remain firm in that Nancy Reagan cure all, "Just Say No".

Is the H1N1 flu vaccine taken once a year like the seasonal flu shot, or will it be effective for a few years?

If I get an allergic reaction to the H1N1 flu vaccine, what should I do?

What OTC vitamins or supplements can we take to keep our immune system healthy?

I heard that I can go to my doctor now to get antivirals as a precaution. True?

Thanks,
Lilibeth
Edmonds, Washington

My 18 month old son tested positive for the H1N1 virus last week. Does he still need to be vaccinated or does he have immunity to the virus?

Will there be other options than the nasal vaccine for those with asthma since asthmatics cannot be given the nasal flu or swine flu vaccines? I'm hoping there will be a shot available.

If I were to get the "regular" flu shot, is there any chance it will lessen the severity of the H1N1 flu symptoms if I were to come in contact?

i was told the regular flu vaccine does not give you the flu, but everytime i get the shot i get the flu. is the h1n1 vaccine similiar in makeup to the flu vaccine?

Is the H1N1 virus really that scary? I understand that it has a potential to mutate into something deadlier. But is it possible that drug producers are feeding this fear and pushing media to cover it on a grand scale? Thanks!

where can we get it in Los Angeles and how if we don't have health insurance?

Hi AC & 360 staff, could a person get the regular flu vaccine at the same time as getting the H1N1 vaccine? Thanks

I am 60 years old and I took the swine flu shot in 1976. I was just wondering if having had that shot back then, would the body have any built in immunity to this current strain in 2009?

A coworker's kids have come down with H1N1. Today my coworker came to the office, feeling sick. HR told her she might as well stay. Is this a good idea, or are we all be exposed in Des Moines?

What exactly is this vaccine supposed to do? Will I contract the H1N1 virus by taking the shot? What happens if I have an allergic reaction? I'm remembering what happened in the mid '70s when they first came out with the "swine flu" vaccine... My wife, at the time, needed to be hospitalized and I nearly lost her. What precautions have been taken to make sure that most if not all side effects have been negated?

How many doses required for children younger than 10?

It seems that none of the local Dr's offices are expecting to get the H1N1 vaccine. Where will it become available???

The Doctor's office said that my son and I "probably" had the swine flu, but no testing was done. Do we still get the vaccines?

Can canines get swine flu? what are the symptoms?

I read that the H1N1 vaccine contains the preservative thimerosal. I am hesitant to have my child vaccinated because of this. Will there be a preservative-free vaccine in the future?

I have a 5 yo and a 1 yo should my hubby and I get the vac or will the children getting it be enough to protect them?

My son is very allergic to pollen, dust, felines, and many more things. His asthma is always bothering him... and he is autistic. Will this vaccine be safe for him.

Will the vaccine hurt those who are pregnant in their first trimester?

How soon should we go to the doctors after feeling symptoms? Most times we don't run to the doctor every time we get a little sick.

My oldest (20) is undergoing brain surgery Thursday. Should she get the vaccine before or afterwards?

Are dogs and cats at risk of catching swine flu?

Are they recommending the vaccine for pregnant women?
Will this be an annual shot like the regular flu shot?
Are they recommending the shot for infants?
How long does the shot last?

I am very concerned about the h1n1 vaccine. to recieve the vaccine is to guarantee contact with the virus and the yet-to- be- researched risks. please let us know how accurate the vaccine is and if there is going to be much problems ahead due to the vaccine. is there a way to detect the vaccine risks now?
please address the issue. there is speculation that the people that recieved the flu vaccine last year are twice as likely to get the h1n1 virus this year. this is news for the naive, please explain if you can.

if its mandatory to get the h1n1 shot if your in the medical field if you have a reaction or compactions are they liable since its not your choice to get it but are forced to get it

There are a few states that have banned the use of "Thermasil" in vaccines. It is been brought to my attention that the H1N1 vaccine contains "Thermasil." If it is true that the vaccine contains any thermasil at all, why are the states that banned it vaccinating with it? Please explain to people what Thermasil is, and why there is a concern about it.

If you had the H1N1 flu do you still need the vacine?

My question is this: Who is the H1N1 vaccine recommended for?

What is the exact incubation period for H1N1? If you contract H1N1, are you contagious within the incubation period?

How will US citizens studying in other countries receive the vaccine? (currently in the UK)

How effective is it and what are the major side effects?

Does taking the regular seasonal flu shot help in any way? I have the opportunity to take that shot now but doubt I'll ever see any H1N1 shots anytime soon.

What R the smtoms of H1N1 flu & how do they differ from other types of flu viruses?

I've already gotten H1N1 this year, am I likely to get it again, or have I built up some immunity?

What is the difference from the normal flu ? The symptoms sound the same.

If you are not in a high risk group (such as a child or pregant or elderly). Should you still get the H1N1 shot? If so will there be enough vaccines for everyone?

As a nurse at the local hospital, people have asked me about the boundaries of the nasal spray vs the shot. Can you get the regular flu shot and the H1N1 on the same day?
Can people get the H1N1 shot even though they are not on the high risk list?

My Daughter is almost 7 months pregnate. Everyone keeps telling her to get the H1N1 shot, ( we have heard first hand from a friend that works in a hospital that there is so many women on life support with this swine flu, and that the are trying to save the babies).
My question is , my daughter gets the shot is there enough of a guaranttee that in the rush to come up with the vacine will there be any long term efects tto my daughter and her baby?
Thank you for you're time,
Janet in Florida

I understand the argument in favor of getting a H1N1 vaccine. But, who is opposed to vaccines and why? Is it simply that it's too new and unknown or some reliable scientific reason to not get one?

Should people with immune system suppression issues get the H1N1 shot? I have MS and use Rebif (Interferon beta 1a). Or, should I wait and if I get the flu take Tamiflu instead?
Thanks,
Suzanne

I had the swine flu back in May. I have been hearinf conflicting comments of whether I have built up an immunity or if I should be vaccinated.

Greetings,
What exactly are the different symptoms if any between swine and regualr flu. Does one have a fever and not the other. Are they painfully similar that only a blood test could differenciate between them. We know everyone is diiferent and reacts diffrently. However, on average, how long does swine last and how dangereous is is?
Thank you so very much fro your time.
take care
be well
Most Sincerly,
John

When will Cabell County West Virginia receive the H1N1 vaccine? We have had 3 deaths in the last 10 days.

is it possible to get H1N1 flu twice? can u still get it after you've received the shot?

We're seeing patients with H1N1 placed on life support and be very ill/hospitalized for up to a month. Not all of them were debilitated or low-immunity people before succumbing to H1N1, most were, but not all. What else can healthy people do to enhance our immunity and resist getting ill? (besides the handwashing and the vaccine)

Will the single-dose injectable units of H1N1 2009 vaccine that do NOT contain thimerosal (mercury) be available at the same time as the multi-dose vials that do contain it? I am concerned because I am pregnant.

Sarah Ford in Casselberry, Florida

My bride is a physician assistant in Family Practice and been busy seeing patients with this flu. I know she's on the short list of people who should get the vaccine quickly. Should I also get vaccinated now?

If you had swine flu, do you still need the vaccine?

as one of the millions of uninsured my first thought is to get in line and take the shot. However, the second thought is how much does it cost on average and will my local MD even have the vaccine?

I have a low immune system. I have a elevated white count all the time. Drs can't figure out why. Should I take the Swine Flu shot?

Is it safe for pregnant women and their unborn babies? My doctor said that no one really knows.

I have a breastfed baby who turns 6 months old next week, I'm 29 do we both need to get the H1N1 vaccine?

What does the vaccine contain? In particular, is there mercury in it? Aluminum? Anything else? Is it cultured in egg, monkey kidney or what?

My son does not want my 7 year old grandson vaccinated because he had a bad reaction from last year's regular flu shot (redness and rashlike on the chest and around the neck. Does the H1N1 nasal spray vaccination have the potential bad reaction?

Mazin

I got the seasonal flu shot yesterday. Since it was the first time I got it the nurse said that I may need a booster in a month.
Can I take the H1N1 flu shot in between? or should I wait after the booster?

I have a weak immune system and a college student living in a dorm should I get the H1N1 Shot? What are the side effects? how much does it cost? Does insurance cover the cost if there is a cost?

I have a newborn under 6 months, she cannot get the shot for another 3 months. I am terrified of the thought of her catching this virus. If a baby so young and small catches H1N1 is there is a high chance she will recover or is it a greater chance she could die from it. What are the statistics with babies and the swine flu?

What are the ingredients of the vaccine? I have not found them listed on the CDC's web site.

is it true that the best defence against H1N1 is a 1000 IU's of VIT. D?

is the vaccine going to be available in local pharmacies or hospitals and when will it be available in western new york?

I am definitely not taking the H1N1 vaccine because of its dangerous and toxic ingredients, such as squalene and thimerosal (mercury), which can have terrible effects. Just google it. True and reliable information is out there and easily accessible!

All these questions and concerns can be answered on the CDC website.
I can answer 95% here but it will get buried.
Research it folks and then decide what is right for your circumstances.

The media and pharmaceutical companies are making this whole swine flu thing into something much more dangerous than it actually is. I can understand young children and the elderly getting vaccinated, BUT IT IS JUST THE FLU. This is the 21st century and if you have a roof over your head and someone to bring you chicken noodle soup, then you'll be just fine.

Will getting and recovering from the (relatively) mild H1N1 flu afford one more protection from future more virulent mutations than taking the vaccine and avoiding the current H1N1. In other words, will the antibodies produced in the body to H1N1 be likely more effective protection (vs the antibodies produced in the body to the vaccine) against future much deadlier mutations of the H1N1 virus.

If there is an allergic reaction to any flu shot, including the swine flu shot, what symptoms should we expect?

I haven't had a flu shot in years because I get the flu almost right after I get it. I have Hashimoto's thyroiditus, does it contribute to this since it affects your immunity? Is there anything that can be done, besides taking Vitamin D? I take 50,000 iu I get this directly from my Endochronologist. I take it 1-2 a month. plus several other supplements:E,B12,B-complex,Multi,B3,C,and Calcium. I am also taking Wellbutrin due to low Serotonin levels.

I work at an Elementary School. One mom told me that there is no way she is going to let her son who has Asthma get the first batch of the vaccine as it has the live virus and this puts his as well as other groups of people at extreme risk. Is this true. Should she wait for the second batch which, according to her, is made from "dead" virus?

My question is regarding Canadian vaccines. My understanding after researching, is that Canada has decided to add Squalene Adjuvant to the H1N1 vaccine. Is this not the same additive that caused "Gulph War Syndrome"?
As a mom, my decision after research has been to definitely NOT have my child or myself vaccinated with an experimental vaccine. We have no proof or research to have a full understanding of the short or long term affects. Personally, I am not willing to put my child at risk for future experimental statistics.

Hi

I am seventeen and i used to have epilepsy does this mean that i would need the flu shot and how long does it "protect" you from the h1n1? And I might have arthritis, is this included in getting the shot seeing how its an h1n1 flu vaccination?

My grandma has heart condition does this mean she needs the flu vaccination? and what about using respirators/mask to lower the risk of getting the swine flu. CDC says that there not full sure about the usage of them lowering the spread of the Virus.

Since H1N1 is not a seasonal influenza and is present at all times of the year, what will be the vaccination recommendation going forward?

Who is responsible if you get Guillain Barre syndrome? The government and the vaccine makers have been absolved of any liability so who pays your bills while you recover?

Can me & my family get the swine flu vaccine if we currently have colds?

Does my 4 year old, w/ moderate asthma, get the nasal spray or the shot?

What's really scary is Dr. Oz said his wife and children will not be getting a flu vaccine! What's that about?