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H1N1 Vaccination Frequently Asked Questions

How can I learn more?

• Ask your healthcare provider.

• Call your local or state health department.

• Contact the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): 800-232-4636 or visit www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu

• Call the TN Flu Information Hotline (877)252-3432.

Below is information about the H1N1 vaccination from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the US Food and Drug Administration. We encourage you to make an informed decision about receiving the H1N1 vaccination. Click on the questions below for more information.

Who should get the H1N1 vaccine?

Do I have to get the H1N1 vaccine?

Is this vaccine part of the seasonal influenza vaccine that is recommended every year? 

Will the seasonal influenza vaccine provide protection against the 2009 H1N1 influenza virus?

Do I still need to get the seasonal influenza vaccine?

When will the vaccine be available?

What are the risks from the H1N1 vaccine?

What if there is a severe reaction?

What information did FDA use to support approval of the Influenza A (H1N1) 2009 Monovalent influenza vaccines?

Does FDA know at this time how many doses individuals should receive?

Will the vaccine be available with and without a preservative?

Is thimerosal safe when used as a preservative in vaccines?

Are the Influenza A (H1N1) 2009 Monovalent vaccines safe?

What are the expected side effects of the Influenza A (H1N1) 2009 Monovalent vaccines?

How will the Influenza A (H1N1) 2009 Monovalent vaccines be monitored for safety?

What makes up the Influenza A (H1N1) 2009 Monovalent vaccines?

Do the approved Influenza A (H1N1) 2009 Monovalent vaccines contain an adjuvant?

What can be done to prevent getting infected with the 2009 H1N1 influenza virus?

 

— Information taken from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.