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H1N1: Your Questions
6:47 Welcome to the live chat. State Epidemiologist Patricia Quinlisk and Immunization Bureau Chief Don Callaghan will begin answering your questions at 7:00. Thursday October 22, 2009 6:47
6:47 [Comment From KIMKIM: ]
IS INFLUENZA AND H1N1 THE SAME THING?
Thursday October 22, 2009 6:47 KIM
6:48 KCCI: H1N1 is a particular strain of influenza.
Thursday October 22, 2009 6:48
6:49 KCCI: We'll get to more specific questions at 7:00. Remember to watch the live show on NewsChannel8 right now. Thursday October 22, 2009 6:49
6:55 KCCI: I hope you are enjoying the show and finding some answers to your questions. Dr. Quinlisk and Mr. Callaghan will start answering your questions here in about 5 minutes.
Thursday October 22, 2009 6:55
7:00 [Comment From LisaLisa: ]
I have a confirmed case of h1n1...should I have my child get the h1n1 shot still?
Thursday October 22, 2009 7:00 Lisa
7:02 If your child had a test that was confirmed at the state public health lab, then he would not need to be vaccinated, but if it was only a rapid test, then go ahead and have him be vaccinated to be sure he is protected.
Thursday October 22, 2009 7:02
7:03 [Comment From GuestGuest: ]
My daughter is two and in our county they are only offering the H1N1 vaccine in the nasal spray. I have a one year old who doesn't qualify right now for the shot. I am worried that there will be shedding with vaccination and I will be opening my son to being exposed to the virus. Should I wait for the shot for my daughter and son or just give her the mist?
Thursday October 22, 2009 7:03 Guest
7:03 Have the two year old get the nasal spray vaccine, it will not spread to the one year old.
Thursday October 22, 2009 7:03
7:04 [Comment From DedeeDedee: ]
My daughter tested positive for influenza A on Tuesday and received Tamiflu. Her fever is gone, and she feels much better, but she still has a cough and stuffy nose. Is she no longer contagious? She wants to go back to school tomorrow (Friday).
Thursday October 22, 2009 7:04 Dedee
7:05 Usually as long as the fever has been gone for 24 hours without using fever reducing medication, a person is OK to go back to school or work. But if you child is still not feeling up to par, might make sense to have her stay home and go back on monday. I am concerned that she is still coughing. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:05
7:05 [Comment From peggy peggy: ]
what is the long term effects of the H1N1 flu shot? Will it come back to haunt us in years to come? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:05 peggy
7:06 [Comment From Ali Ali: ]
First off, thanks for hosting and being part of the panel. 2nd, how much mercury or mercury derivative is in the H1N1 vaccine and why is mercury, a very heavy and toxic metal, used to develop any vaccine? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:06 Ali
7:07 the vaccine safe, and like the seasonal flu vaccine should not have any long term concerns. We are watching closely to be sure that there no unexpected problems with this vaccine. None have been seen thus far. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:07
7:07 [Comment From Matt Matt: ]
My 6 year old daughter has asthma and a slight egg alergy as well. Is it worth the risk to get the shot or would it be better to take the chance with H1N1? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:07 Matt
7:09 there is a small amount of mercury present in vaccine as a result of the preservative that is used. It is in the vaccine to prevent bacteria growth in mulit dose vials of vaccine. The amount in the vaccine is safe.....infleunza vaccine is safe and effective. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:09
7:09 if she has an egg allergy that stops her from eating anything with eggs in it or has had a serious reaction (that required medical care) then the vaccine should not be given to her. Probably should ask her doctor if the allergy is serious enough to stop her from getting the vaccine. Most people can get this vaccine. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:09
7:09 [Comment From Taylor Taylor: ]
How long are you soposed to stay home if you have H1N1? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:09 Taylor
7:09 [Comment From Karen Karen: ]
Should we be concerned with the thimerosal in the shot and the possible cause of autism Thursday October 22, 2009 7:09 Karen
7:10 You should stay home until the fever has been gone for at least 24 hours without having to use fever reducing medications, and you feel good enough to go back to work. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:10
7:10 [Comment From holly newhouse-guidry holly newhouse-guidry: ]
my son is 7 years old and had the right side of his brain removed in 2005 due to being shot in the head and is also now a borderline diabetic will he qualify for the shot? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:10 holly newhouse-guidry
7:10 Scientific studies have not shown a link between the thimerosal preservative in the vaccine and autism. Influenza vaccine is safe and effective.
Thursday October 22, 2009 7:10
7:10 [Comment From guest guest: ]
do you have to get the vaccine in the county you live in? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:10 guest
7:10 Yes. He has had a neurologic disorder, thus would qualify. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:10
7:11 [Comment From Diane Diane: ]
We are going to Cancun in mid-November. Do we need to get the H1N1 shot even if we are not in the high risk group? Also, is there anyone who does not need to get the vaccine? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:11 Diane
7:11 No it is not necessary to receive the vaccine in the county you live in. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:11
7:14 Diane - Right now we are trying to make sure that those at highest risk are getting vaccinated first. Thus you may not be able to get the H1N1 before you go...it depends upon the supply of vaccine. I would be sure you get the seasonal vaccine before you go. We hope to have enough for everyone who wants one.
Thursday October 22, 2009 7:14
7:15 The vaccine does not contain squaleen.....case of GBS have not been seen during the clinical trials and for the doses of vaccine that have been administered. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:15
7:15 [Comment From Melanie Melanie: ]
In our area, the clinic is only offering the flu mist to ages 2-4...my 4-yr-old son is set up to get the flu mist at tomorrow's clinic, but I am wondering if it is okay since he has a runny nose. He has no fever or anything else and has had the runny nose for a good week. Is it okay to get the flu mist at tomorrow's clinic? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:15 Melanie
7:15 [Comment From Deb Deb: ]
Is there any amount of time one should wait between the H1N1 vaccine and the seasonal flu vaccine? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:15 Deb
7:16 Melanie - Yes, a mild illness like a runny nose should not prevent you from getting the vaccine, even the nasal spray vaccine. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:16
7:16 [Comment From Brooke Brooke: ]
I'm eight months pregnant. What are the effects of the H1N1 to my unborn baby? I have heard something about autism Thursday October 22, 2009 7:16 Brooke
7:17 Brooke,
No, it is not necessary to wait between doses of seasonal and H1N1 vaccine. The only exeption is that seasonal and H1N1 vaccine cannot be administered on the same day, should be seperated by a minimum of 28 days. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:17
7:17 [Comment From Tom Tom: ]
How long do you need to wait between regular flu vaccine and H1N1 mist or vaccine? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:17 Tom
7:17 Brooke - Pregnant women and thier unborn babies are a high risk of complications if you get H1N1. Like seasonal flu, there is no adverse effects of the vaccine expected for your baby. This is why we are strongly urging pregnant women to get the flu shot. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:17
7:18 Tom,
It is not necessary to wait between doses of seasonal and H1N1 vaccine. The only exeption is that seasonal and H1N1 vaccine cannot be administered on the same day, they should be seperated by a minimum of 28 days Thursday October 22, 2009 7:18
7:18 [Comment From Allison Allison: ]
Can you get the flu from the vaccine itself? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:18 Allison
7:18 [Comment From bruce Balentine bruce Balentine: ]
How long after getting the seasonal flu vaccine should one wait until getting the H1N1 vaccination? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:18 bruce Balentine
7:18 Allison,
No you cannot get the flu from the vaccine.
thanks
Thursday October 22, 2009 7:18
7:19 Balentine - you can get the seasonal flu and the H1N1 vaccine in any sequence, any timing, any types with one exception. if you are getting both the seasonal flu and H1N1 vaccine with the nasal spray type, they should be separated by 28 days. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:19
7:19 [Comment From Christi Christi: ]
For women that are trying to get pregnant, should they get the shot right away? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:19 Christi
7:20 [Comment From Jennifer Jennifer: ]
what about h1n1mist and breastfeeding women? i was given the mist and iam breastfeeding. now iam getting different answers on if it is safe for the baby. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:20 Jennifer
7:21 Christi - if you are not pregnant right now, you are not in one of the priority groups, thus you may have to wait until more vaccine is available. But as soon as you know you are pregnant, go and get the vaccine. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:21
7:21 [Comment From peggy peggy: ]
im 17 and have excersise induced asthma, does this count as a high risk for complications of h1n1? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:21 peggy
7:21 Jennifer,
Yes, it is safe to receive the intranasal vaccine (mist) and breastfeed. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:21
7:21 [Comment From brian brian: ]
I have asthma and so do my children ages 10 and 3 - with existing respiratory issues already - should we get the h1n1 shot ? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:21 brian
7:22 Brian,
You and your children do fall in the target groups to receive the vaccine. I would recommend to receive the vaccine.
Thursday October 22, 2009 7:22
7:22 [Comment From Kim Kim: ]
Where can we get the mercury FREE vaccine for my 9 month old grandson. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:22 Kim
7:23 Peggy - if you have currently to have regular medical care for this condition, yes you would be in a priority goup. But if you do not need regular medical care, you may need to wait until more vaccine if available. You would not be in the highest group but in the second highest group with your age being <18. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:23
7:23 [Comment From Bruce Bruce: ]
My daughter was diagnosed with mono at the end of August. Is it safe for her to get the H1N1 Flu shot? She also takes medicine for a hypothyroid. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:23 Bruce
7:24 Vaccine that does not contain preservative is available currently by healthcare providers, this includes the intranasal vaccine and prefilled syringes of H1N1 vaccine. There is not scientific studies that indicate medical issues with the preservative in the vaccine. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:24
7:24 [Comment From Deb Deb: ]
Should we worry about thimerosal which is half mercury in these vaccines or are they only trace amounts? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:24 Deb
7:25 Bruce - As long as she has recovered from mono, yes she could recieve the vaccine. If she recieves regular medical care for the hyphthyroidism and is under 18 she would be in the highest priority group to be vaccinated.
Thursday October 22, 2009 7:25
7:25 [Comment From chelsea chelsea: ]
i have two sons ages 2 months and 2 years we were around someone on saturday who got a positive h1n1 diagnosis today should i be concerned about my boys or would they have symptoms by now? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:25 chelsea
7:25 Deb, No it is not necessary to worry about the thimerosal/mercury in the vaccine. the vaccines are safe and effective. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:25
7:26 [Comment From Jason Jason: ]
My 4 year old can not get a season flu shot due to severe food allergies. He is undergoing immunotherapy shots weekly. Would he be able to get an H1N1 shot if he can't get the other? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:26 Jason
7:26 Chelsea - it usually takes about 2-4 days to develop symptoms after being exposed, thus if they are not ill now, they will not become ill from this exposure. Be sure to get them vaccinated for both seasonal and H1N1 flu as soon as possible to protect them against future exposure. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:26
7:26 Jason,
Unfortuntely No, if your child cannot receive seasonal vaccine then he could not receive the H1N1 vaccine. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:26
7:27 [Comment From allen allen: ]
so how can you tell if you have bronchitis or swine flu i have been cough up a lung snice sunday i have not been able to eat or drink any thing snice sundy either i was just able to drink water today Thursday October 22, 2009 7:27 allen
7:27 [Comment From Becky Becky: ]
I heard the vaccine contains lead and mercury, which can cause health problems. How is that safe for anyone? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:27 Becky
7:28 Allen - it might be hard to tell the difference without seeing a doctor or being tested. While you are ill, the most important thing is to keep hydrated so I am glad to hear that you can drink water today...drink plenty...it will help you recover. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:28
7:28 [Comment From Anonymous Anonymous: ]
I am concerned that rules of time off will supercede what is goor for patients............we are in the system that sponsored this forum and WE are at risk of infecting each other and patients. WHAT DO WE DO AS WORKERS IN THE HEALTHCARE SYSTEM? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:28 Anonymous
7:29 Becky,
The vaccine does contain a preservative that includes mercury......mercury is naturally occurring in the environment.....the mercury in the vaccine is differnt type of mercury than what most are familiar with. the vaccines are safe and effective.
Thursday October 22, 2009 7:29
7:29 [Comment From Candy Candy: ]
We have two students away at college - one has asthma and the other Type 1 diabetes. They always get a seasonal flu shot - should they be getting an H1N1 first this year before their seasonal shot? Also, do you have to wait 30 days between the two shots? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:29 Candy
7:31 Anonymous - Health care workers that have direct patient contact are in the highest priority group to receive the vaccine. Thus should be able to be vaccinated as soon as your area gets more vaccine. Meanwhile, be sure to wear a mask when caring for patients with respiratory symptoms to protect your self, also wash you hands often. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:31
7:31 Candy,
They should receive the seasonal and H1N1 vaccines and can receive them at the same time.....the only exception is that the intranasal vaccine for both seasonal and H1N1 should not be adminsitered on the same day and should be seperated by 28 days.
Thursday October 22, 2009 7:31
7:31 [Comment From travis travis: ]
How long do the symptoms/fever typically last? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:31 travis
7:32 [Comment From Lisa H. Lisa H.: ]
When will the single dose vials (preservative free) H1N1 be available? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:32 Lisa H.
7:32 Travis - healthy people may only be ill for 4 to 5 days, but some people end up being hospitalized, having complications etc. and so may be sick for weeks or even months. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:32
7:33 Lisa,
The single dose prefilled syringes are available now....more will be received throughout the flu season. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:33
7:33 [Comment From Jay Jay: ]
My wife is due in February and is not concerned about getting the H1N1. Should I make this a priority one for her? What are the risks if we do not? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:33 Jay
7:33 [Comment From Tom Tom: ]
Our Mercy pediatrician is recommending against the H1N1 vaccine for our 11 month old daughter due to "insufficient testing". This only adds to our confusion. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:33 Tom
7:35 Tom,
the H1N1 vaccine being produces is by the same vaccine manufacturers that produce seasonal infleunza vaccine, using the same process. The only difference is the strain in the vaccine. The vaccine is safe and effective. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:35
7:35 [Comment From Becky McAllister Becky McAllister: ]
What are the criteria as to when you only get one dose (shot) of the h1n1 vaccine versus 2 doses (shots) 30 days apart? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:35 Becky McAllister
7:36 Jay - yes it should be a priority, you don't want her to get sick with H1N1 and have complications that could effect the baby. Also if she gets vaccinated some of her immunity (antibodies) will actually go to the baby and help protect the baby when it wil born. Also, you need to be vaccinated so that you do not spread anything to the baby after it is born (both of you should get both the H1N1 and seasonal flu vaccines, but you can wait to get the H1N1 until just before the baby is born if the vaccine is in short supply in your area). Remember some pregnant women are losing thier babies when they get ill with H1N1. so this is very important. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:36
7:36 [Comment From Phil Phil: ]
I recently got a paper from medicaid and it said, "currently there is no vaccination to protect humans from swine flu(H1N1). What does this mean? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:36 Phil
7:36 Becky,
Children 10 years of age and younger should receive the 2 doses of H1N1 vaccine. the determination is the age of the recipient. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:36
7:37 Phil - until recently there was no vaccine, but there is now. I would guess that the paper your received is old. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:37
7:37 [Comment From mary mary: ]
if you get the shot when does it start to protect you from H1N1? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:37 mary
7:38 Mary - it will start giving you some protection within a day or so, but may take up to 2 weeks (more like 1 week for healthy younger people) for it to be fully protective. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:38
7:38 Heidi,
The vaccine is safe and effective.....your baby could not receive the vaccine until greater than 6 months of age.....therefore it is important to receive the vaccine in order to help protect your child in the future. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:38
7:39 [Comment From Sue Knott Sue Knott: ]
I misunderstood the lady on the show who was asked if all flu now is being called H1N1 because the seasonal flu is not here yet. Did she affirm that or deny it. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:39 Sue Knott
7:39 Caller - there are no adjuvants like squalene in any of the flu vaccines...neither seasonal nor H1N1 vaccines. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:39
7:40 Sue,
99% of the influenza virus that is circulating now in the U.S. and Iowa is H1N1.....the state lab has not identified a case of seasonal infleunza virus. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:40
7:41 KCCI: Thank you all for your questions and special thanks to State Epidemiologist Patricia Quinlisk and Immunization Bureau Chief Don Callaghan for taking the time to answer questions. We'll leave the chat up on this page to view your questions and answers.
Welcome to the live chat. State Epidemiologist Patricia Quinlisk and Immunization Bureau Chief Don Callaghan will begin answering your questions at 7:00.
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H1N1: Your Questions
6:47 Welcome to the live chat. State Epidemiologist Patricia Quinlisk and Immunization Bureau Chief Don Callaghan will begin answering your questions at 7:00. Thursday October 22, 2009 6:47
6:47 [Comment From KIMKIM: ]
IS INFLUENZA AND H1N1 THE SAME THING?
Thursday October 22, 2009 6:47 KIM
6:48 KCCI: H1N1 is a particular strain of influenza.
Thursday October 22, 2009 6:48
6:49 KCCI: We'll get to more specific questions at 7:00. Remember to watch the live show on NewsChannel8 right now. Thursday October 22, 2009 6:49
6:55 KCCI: I hope you are enjoying the show and finding some answers to your questions. Dr. Quinlisk and Mr. Callaghan will start answering your questions here in about 5 minutes.
Thursday October 22, 2009 6:55
7:00 [Comment From LisaLisa: ]
I have a confirmed case of h1n1...should I have my child get the h1n1 shot still?
Thursday October 22, 2009 7:00 Lisa
7:02 If your child had a test that was confirmed at the state public health lab, then he would not need to be vaccinated, but if it was only a rapid test, then go ahead and have him be vaccinated to be sure he is protected.
Thursday October 22, 2009 7:02
7:03 [Comment From GuestGuest: ]
My daughter is two and in our county they are only offering the H1N1 vaccine in the nasal spray. I have a one year old who doesn't qualify right now for the shot. I am worried that there will be shedding with vaccination and I will be opening my son to being exposed to the virus. Should I wait for the shot for my daughter and son or just give her the mist?
Thursday October 22, 2009 7:03 Guest
7:03 Have the two year old get the nasal spray vaccine, it will not spread to the one year old.
Thursday October 22, 2009 7:03
7:04 [Comment From DedeeDedee: ]
My daughter tested positive for influenza A on Tuesday and received Tamiflu. Her fever is gone, and she feels much better, but she still has a cough and stuffy nose. Is she no longer contagious? She wants to go back to school tomorrow (Friday).
Thursday October 22, 2009 7:04 Dedee
7:05 Usually as long as the fever has been gone for 24 hours without using fever reducing medication, a person is OK to go back to school or work. But if you child is still not feeling up to par, might make sense to have her stay home and go back on monday. I am concerned that she is still coughing. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:05
7:05 [Comment From peggy peggy: ]
what is the long term effects of the H1N1 flu shot? Will it come back to haunt us in years to come? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:05 peggy
7:06 [Comment From Ali Ali: ]
First off, thanks for hosting and being part of the panel. 2nd, how much mercury or mercury derivative is in the H1N1 vaccine and why is mercury, a very heavy and toxic metal, used to develop any vaccine? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:06 Ali
7:07 the vaccine safe, and like the seasonal flu vaccine should not have any long term concerns. We are watching closely to be sure that there no unexpected problems with this vaccine. None have been seen thus far. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:07
7:07 [Comment From Matt Matt: ]
My 6 year old daughter has asthma and a slight egg alergy as well. Is it worth the risk to get the shot or would it be better to take the chance with H1N1? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:07 Matt
7:09 there is a small amount of mercury present in vaccine as a result of the preservative that is used. It is in the vaccine to prevent bacteria growth in mulit dose vials of vaccine. The amount in the vaccine is safe.....infleunza vaccine is safe and effective. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:09
7:09 if she has an egg allergy that stops her from eating anything with eggs in it or has had a serious reaction (that required medical care) then the vaccine should not be given to her. Probably should ask her doctor if the allergy is serious enough to stop her from getting the vaccine. Most people can get this vaccine. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:09
7:09 [Comment From Taylor Taylor: ]
How long are you soposed to stay home if you have H1N1? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:09 Taylor
7:09 [Comment From Karen Karen: ]
Should we be concerned with the thimerosal in the shot and the possible cause of autism Thursday October 22, 2009 7:09 Karen
7:10 You should stay home until the fever has been gone for at least 24 hours without having to use fever reducing medications, and you feel good enough to go back to work. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:10
7:10 [Comment From holly newhouse-guidry holly newhouse-guidry: ]
my son is 7 years old and had the right side of his brain removed in 2005 due to being shot in the head and is also now a borderline diabetic will he qualify for the shot? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:10 holly newhouse-guidry
7:10 Scientific studies have not shown a link between the thimerosal preservative in the vaccine and autism. Influenza vaccine is safe and effective.
Thursday October 22, 2009 7:10
7:10 [Comment From guest guest: ]
do you have to get the vaccine in the county you live in? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:10 guest
7:10 Yes. He has had a neurologic disorder, thus would qualify. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:10
7:11 [Comment From Diane Diane: ]
We are going to Cancun in mid-November. Do we need to get the H1N1 shot even if we are not in the high risk group? Also, is there anyone who does not need to get the vaccine? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:11 Diane
7:11 No it is not necessary to receive the vaccine in the county you live in. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:11
7:14 Diane - Right now we are trying to make sure that those at highest risk are getting vaccinated first. Thus you may not be able to get the H1N1 before you go...it depends upon the supply of vaccine. I would be sure you get the seasonal vaccine before you go. We hope to have enough for everyone who wants one.
Thursday October 22, 2009 7:14
7:15 The vaccine does not contain squaleen.....case of GBS have not been seen during the clinical trials and for the doses of vaccine that have been administered. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:15
7:15 [Comment From Melanie Melanie: ]
In our area, the clinic is only offering the flu mist to ages 2-4...my 4-yr-old son is set up to get the flu mist at tomorrow's clinic, but I am wondering if it is okay since he has a runny nose. He has no fever or anything else and has had the runny nose for a good week. Is it okay to get the flu mist at tomorrow's clinic? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:15 Melanie
7:15 [Comment From Deb Deb: ]
Is there any amount of time one should wait between the H1N1 vaccine and the seasonal flu vaccine? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:15 Deb
7:16 Melanie - Yes, a mild illness like a runny nose should not prevent you from getting the vaccine, even the nasal spray vaccine. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:16
7:16 [Comment From Brooke Brooke: ]
I'm eight months pregnant. What are the effects of the H1N1 to my unborn baby? I have heard something about autism Thursday October 22, 2009 7:16 Brooke
7:17 Brooke,
No, it is not necessary to wait between doses of seasonal and H1N1 vaccine. The only exeption is that seasonal and H1N1 vaccine cannot be administered on the same day, should be seperated by a minimum of 28 days. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:17
7:17 [Comment From Tom Tom: ]
How long do you need to wait between regular flu vaccine and H1N1 mist or vaccine? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:17 Tom
7:17 Brooke - Pregnant women and thier unborn babies are a high risk of complications if you get H1N1. Like seasonal flu, there is no adverse effects of the vaccine expected for your baby. This is why we are strongly urging pregnant women to get the flu shot. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:17
7:18 Tom,
It is not necessary to wait between doses of seasonal and H1N1 vaccine. The only exeption is that seasonal and H1N1 vaccine cannot be administered on the same day, they should be seperated by a minimum of 28 days Thursday October 22, 2009 7:18
7:18 [Comment From Allison Allison: ]
Can you get the flu from the vaccine itself? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:18 Allison
7:18 [Comment From bruce Balentine bruce Balentine: ]
How long after getting the seasonal flu vaccine should one wait until getting the H1N1 vaccination? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:18 bruce Balentine
7:18 Allison,
No you cannot get the flu from the vaccine.
thanks
Thursday October 22, 2009 7:18
7:19 Balentine - you can get the seasonal flu and the H1N1 vaccine in any sequence, any timing, any types with one exception. if you are getting both the seasonal flu and H1N1 vaccine with the nasal spray type, they should be separated by 28 days. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:19
7:19 [Comment From Christi Christi: ]
For women that are trying to get pregnant, should they get the shot right away? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:19 Christi
7:20 [Comment From Jennifer Jennifer: ]
what about h1n1mist and breastfeeding women? i was given the mist and iam breastfeeding. now iam getting different answers on if it is safe for the baby. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:20 Jennifer
7:21 Christi - if you are not pregnant right now, you are not in one of the priority groups, thus you may have to wait until more vaccine is available. But as soon as you know you are pregnant, go and get the vaccine. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:21
7:21 [Comment From peggy peggy: ]
im 17 and have excersise induced asthma, does this count as a high risk for complications of h1n1? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:21 peggy
7:21 Jennifer,
Yes, it is safe to receive the intranasal vaccine (mist) and breastfeed. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:21
7:21 [Comment From brian brian: ]
I have asthma and so do my children ages 10 and 3 - with existing respiratory issues already - should we get the h1n1 shot ? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:21 brian
7:22 Brian,
You and your children do fall in the target groups to receive the vaccine. I would recommend to receive the vaccine.
Thursday October 22, 2009 7:22
7:22 [Comment From Kim Kim: ]
Where can we get the mercury FREE vaccine for my 9 month old grandson. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:22 Kim
7:23 Peggy - if you have currently to have regular medical care for this condition, yes you would be in a priority goup. But if you do not need regular medical care, you may need to wait until more vaccine if available. You would not be in the highest group but in the second highest group with your age being <18. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:23
7:23 [Comment From Bruce Bruce: ]
My daughter was diagnosed with mono at the end of August. Is it safe for her to get the H1N1 Flu shot? She also takes medicine for a hypothyroid. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:23 Bruce
7:24 Vaccine that does not contain preservative is available currently by healthcare providers, this includes the intranasal vaccine and prefilled syringes of H1N1 vaccine. There is not scientific studies that indicate medical issues with the preservative in the vaccine. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:24
7:24 [Comment From Deb Deb: ]
Should we worry about thimerosal which is half mercury in these vaccines or are they only trace amounts? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:24 Deb
7:25 Bruce - As long as she has recovered from mono, yes she could recieve the vaccine. If she recieves regular medical care for the hyphthyroidism and is under 18 she would be in the highest priority group to be vaccinated.
Thursday October 22, 2009 7:25
7:25 [Comment From chelsea chelsea: ]
i have two sons ages 2 months and 2 years we were around someone on saturday who got a positive h1n1 diagnosis today should i be concerned about my boys or would they have symptoms by now? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:25 chelsea
7:25 Deb, No it is not necessary to worry about the thimerosal/mercury in the vaccine. the vaccines are safe and effective. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:25
7:26 [Comment From Jason Jason: ]
My 4 year old can not get a season flu shot due to severe food allergies. He is undergoing immunotherapy shots weekly. Would he be able to get an H1N1 shot if he can't get the other? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:26 Jason
7:26 Chelsea - it usually takes about 2-4 days to develop symptoms after being exposed, thus if they are not ill now, they will not become ill from this exposure. Be sure to get them vaccinated for both seasonal and H1N1 flu as soon as possible to protect them against future exposure. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:26
7:26 Jason,
Unfortuntely No, if your child cannot receive seasonal vaccine then he could not receive the H1N1 vaccine. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:26
7:27 [Comment From allen allen: ]
so how can you tell if you have bronchitis or swine flu i have been cough up a lung snice sunday i have not been able to eat or drink any thing snice sundy either i was just able to drink water today Thursday October 22, 2009 7:27 allen
7:27 [Comment From Becky Becky: ]
I heard the vaccine contains lead and mercury, which can cause health problems. How is that safe for anyone? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:27 Becky
7:28 Allen - it might be hard to tell the difference without seeing a doctor or being tested. While you are ill, the most important thing is to keep hydrated so I am glad to hear that you can drink water today...drink plenty...it will help you recover. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:28
7:28 [Comment From Anonymous Anonymous: ]
I am concerned that rules of time off will supercede what is goor for patients............we are in the system that sponsored this forum and WE are at risk of infecting each other and patients. WHAT DO WE DO AS WORKERS IN THE HEALTHCARE SYSTEM? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:28 Anonymous
7:29 Becky,
The vaccine does contain a preservative that includes mercury......mercury is naturally occurring in the environment.....the mercury in the vaccine is differnt type of mercury than what most are familiar with. the vaccines are safe and effective.
Thursday October 22, 2009 7:29
7:29 [Comment From Candy Candy: ]
We have two students away at college - one has asthma and the other Type 1 diabetes. They always get a seasonal flu shot - should they be getting an H1N1 first this year before their seasonal shot? Also, do you have to wait 30 days between the two shots? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:29 Candy
7:31 Anonymous - Health care workers that have direct patient contact are in the highest priority group to receive the vaccine. Thus should be able to be vaccinated as soon as your area gets more vaccine. Meanwhile, be sure to wear a mask when caring for patients with respiratory symptoms to protect your self, also wash you hands often. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:31
7:31 Candy,
They should receive the seasonal and H1N1 vaccines and can receive them at the same time.....the only exception is that the intranasal vaccine for both seasonal and H1N1 should not be adminsitered on the same day and should be seperated by 28 days.
Thursday October 22, 2009 7:31
7:31 [Comment From travis travis: ]
How long do the symptoms/fever typically last? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:31 travis
7:32 [Comment From Lisa H. Lisa H.: ]
When will the single dose vials (preservative free) H1N1 be available? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:32 Lisa H.
7:32 Travis - healthy people may only be ill for 4 to 5 days, but some people end up being hospitalized, having complications etc. and so may be sick for weeks or even months. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:32
7:33 Lisa,
The single dose prefilled syringes are available now....more will be received throughout the flu season. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:33
7:33 [Comment From Jay Jay: ]
My wife is due in February and is not concerned about getting the H1N1. Should I make this a priority one for her? What are the risks if we do not? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:33 Jay
7:33 [Comment From Tom Tom: ]
Our Mercy pediatrician is recommending against the H1N1 vaccine for our 11 month old daughter due to "insufficient testing". This only adds to our confusion. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:33 Tom
7:35 Tom,
the H1N1 vaccine being produces is by the same vaccine manufacturers that produce seasonal infleunza vaccine, using the same process. The only difference is the strain in the vaccine. The vaccine is safe and effective. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:35
7:35 [Comment From Becky McAllister Becky McAllister: ]
What are the criteria as to when you only get one dose (shot) of the h1n1 vaccine versus 2 doses (shots) 30 days apart? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:35 Becky McAllister
7:36 Jay - yes it should be a priority, you don't want her to get sick with H1N1 and have complications that could effect the baby. Also if she gets vaccinated some of her immunity (antibodies) will actually go to the baby and help protect the baby when it wil born. Also, you need to be vaccinated so that you do not spread anything to the baby after it is born (both of you should get both the H1N1 and seasonal flu vaccines, but you can wait to get the H1N1 until just before the baby is born if the vaccine is in short supply in your area). Remember some pregnant women are losing thier babies when they get ill with H1N1. so this is very important. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:36
7:36 [Comment From Phil Phil: ]
I recently got a paper from medicaid and it said, "currently there is no vaccination to protect humans from swine flu(H1N1). What does this mean? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:36 Phil
7:36 Becky,
Children 10 years of age and younger should receive the 2 doses of H1N1 vaccine. the determination is the age of the recipient. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:36
7:37 Phil - until recently there was no vaccine, but there is now. I would guess that the paper your received is old. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:37
7:37 [Comment From mary mary: ]
if you get the shot when does it start to protect you from H1N1? Thursday October 22, 2009 7:37 mary
7:38 Mary - it will start giving you some protection within a day or so, but may take up to 2 weeks (more like 1 week for healthy younger people) for it to be fully protective. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:38
7:38 Heidi,
The vaccine is safe and effective.....your baby could not receive the vaccine until greater than 6 months of age.....therefore it is important to receive the vaccine in order to help protect your child in the future. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:38
7:39 [Comment From Sue Knott Sue Knott: ]
I misunderstood the lady on the show who was asked if all flu now is being called H1N1 because the seasonal flu is not here yet. Did she affirm that or deny it. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:39 Sue Knott
7:39 Caller - there are no adjuvants like squalene in any of the flu vaccines...neither seasonal nor H1N1 vaccines. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:39
7:40 Sue,
99% of the influenza virus that is circulating now in the U.S. and Iowa is H1N1.....the state lab has not identified a case of seasonal infleunza virus. Thursday October 22, 2009 7:40
7:41 KCCI: Thank you all for your questions and special thanks to State Epidemiologist Patricia Quinlisk and Immunization Bureau Chief Don Callaghan for taking the time to answer questions. We'll leave the chat up on this page to view your questions and answers.