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2009 H1N1 Flu Vaccine Information

In addition to frequent hand washing, staying home when sick, and other healthy habits, getting the 2009 H1N1 Influenza Vaccine is an effective way to prevent the spread of the illness and minimize social disruption. Because 2009 H1N1 is a different virus than the Seasonal Flu, the Seasonal Flu Vaccine is not expected to protect people from the 2009 H1N1 flu.

There are two kinds of 2009 H1N1 vaccines being produced: a 2009 H1N1 "flu shot" that is given with a needle, usually in the arm; and the 2009 H1N1 nasal spray flu vaccine given via a nasal sprayer.

The same manufacturers who produce seasonal flu vaccines are producing 2009 H1N1 vaccines for use in the United States and the vaccines are being made in the same way that the seasonal vaccines are made. For more information visit: http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/vaccination/general.htm.

Questions and Answers about 2009 H1N1 Vaccines

• General Q&As
• Q&As about the H1N1 Live Attenuated Intranasal Vaccine (the nasal spray)

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