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Four vaccines have been approved by the FDA for the prevention of the swine flu. Descriptions of each of these vaccines and their efficacy are detailed here.

Recently released reports detail common side effects experienced by recipients of the vaccines recently approved by the FDA for the prevention of the swine flu.

Many people are wondering if they should get the swine flu vaccine and worry about side effects. Here is the latest information to help with these important questions.

Priority groups for the H1N1 flu vaccine in the US include young people ages 6 months to 24, pregnant women, health care workers and those in contact with young infants.

There are three swine flu vaccine manufacturers that provide approved H1N1 vaccines to the United States. Each formulation of the injected swine flu vaccine is unique.

What is in the H1N1 flu vaccine? How many doses of the vaccine are needed for kids? Adults? Read on to find out answers to these important questions.

The swine flu vaccine is new and people are concerned about how getting this shot will affect them. Here is the latest information about how safe it is.

Canada recommends the H1N1 flu vaccine for pregnant women, young children, health care workers, those with chronic health problems and those in contact with infants.

The first doses of the swine flu vaccine, otherwise known as H1N1, begin arriving around the country the week of October 5, 2009.

Vulnerable populations get H1N1 vaccinations first, but supplies are low. Swine flu vaccine shortages leave patients waiting to get infected with the swine flu virus.

The H1N1 vaccine for babies is manufactured by Sanofi Pasteur, Inc. The H1N1 (swine flu) vaccine side effects are expected to be minimal, despite some of the ingredients.

H1N1 vaccine ingredients for babies, and all ages, depend on the manufacturer. Preservatives, adjuvants, and processing chemicals are all in the swine flu vaccine.

H1N1 vaccine ingredients and dosage information varies by manufacturer. The package insert for the swine flu injection from Sanofi Pasteur, Inc. has vital information.

The FDA has approved injectable swine flu vaccine produced by 3 manufacturers. Each formulation contains various chemicals and additive ingredients with the H1N1 vaccines

The swine flu vaccine has people concerned over its safety. Adjuvants have side effects, but they are rare.

Swine flu vaccine manufacturing is going more slowly than expected, causing a shortfall in the supply of the vaccine. Manufacturers are working to meet demand.

Vaccines are in the news now more than ever as H1N1 Swine Flu makes unprecedented headlines. Vaccination safety and its link to autism and ADHD is under more scrutiny.

Infants and toddlers are vulnerable to swine flu infection, but may not be eligible for H1N1 vaccination. The CDC advises of swine flu shot safety and risks for babies.

Now that North American governments have approved the vaccine, should people roll up their sleeves and get immunized?

The presence of living H1N1 virus in the nasal spray vaccine poses risks. Weak immune response can result in infection by the inhaled version of the swine flu vaccine.

Both the injected and inhaled version of the swine flu vaccine contain additives. Some additives are toxic, while others pose problems for people with food restrictions.

Preliminary results from a clinical trial show that the H1N1 vaccine is effective in children.

Pregnant women getting the H1N1 vaccine weigh benefits and risks of the swine flu shot. Accepting or avoiding the swine flu vaccine will affect both mother and baby.

Vegetarians, and Islamic or Jewish individuals who avoid pork products for religious reasons, should know that inhaled swine flu vaccines contain gelatin made from pigs.

Is the fast-tracking of clinical trials for a swine flu vaccine to the so that it will be available for the peak flu season a good idea, or will it compromise safety?

Some formulations of the H1N1 vaccine contain mercury. Nerve damage may result from swine flu vaccinations. Certain allergies are not compatible with the swine flu shot.

Many people are wondering if the swine flu vaccine is effective.

There is much debate and discussion regarding the H1N1 flu vaccination and as the vaccine makes its way to the United States, people are still confused and concerned.

H1N1 vaccine is recommended for daycare/school staff, children age 6 months, pregnant women, health care workers and adults age 65 who are prone to flu complications.

As experts predicted nearly one year ago, cases of swine flu are at epidemic levels and it is happening at a rate faster and earlier than previous flu seasons.

In 1976 the threat of a swine flu pandemic led to the vaccination of numerous Americans. Unfortunately, that version of the vaccine was linked to Guillain-Barré syndrome.

Who should get the swine flu vaccine? The Center for Disease Control recommends certain groups are at a higher risk for catching the virus, and should get vaccinated.

U.S. swine flu vaccine manufacturer provides results of H1N1 flu vaccine child clinical trials. FDA allows emergency use of FDA unapproved Peramivir 4 for swine flu.

The swine flu is most deadly for children and the elderly. Learn how to protect them from infection.

Toxic chemicals and known cancer-causing substances such as formaldehyde are injected into infants as young as six months old along with the swine flu (H1N1) vaccine.

CDC swine flu vaccine priority recommendations, seasonal flu child recommendations; H1N1 influenza virus vaccine, from Novartis, may benefit people with egg allergies.

Kids under 10 were thought to need two swine flu vaccinations, but clinical trials of an H1N1 flu vaccine show that one swine flu shot is enough for both kids and adults.

Here are the CDC guidelines for pregnant women and new parents for the swine flu (H1N1) vaccine; both the seasonal flu shot and the H1N1 shot will be available this fall.

Between the lineups of people, shortages of the swine flu vaccine and the controversy over its safety, the fight against the H1N1 flu may seem hopeless.

The Food and Drug Administration has just cleared the H1N1 vaccine for public use. Know the facts before making a decision about this preventative vaccination.

Government officials are recommending that schools across America prepare to offer swine flu vaccines on site to school age children by October of this year.

Swine flu is spreading slower than expected in 2009, but doses of the virus' vaccine also have been slow to come. Even without it, there are ways to avoid getting sick.

As cases of 2009 H1N1 influenza continue to increase across the United States, the production of the Swine Flu vaccine is lagging behind.

September 2009 Consumer Reports surveys indicate that only 34% of U.S. adults planned to get the swine flu vaccine, indicating that some concerns still exist.

Although government health agencies claim the swine flu vaccine is safe, some detractors question the adequacy of testing. Is the swine flu vaccine truly safe?

Think the swine flu vaccine was carefully tested before being injected into Canadian children, pregnant women, and the general population? Think again. It was a rush job.

Almost half of the people in North America are planning not to take the H1N1 vaccine. Two reasons: low risk and perceived low danger of swine flu infection.

Some 50% to 60% of people are reluctant to take the "pig flu" vaccine. Reasons are the apparent lack of testing, concerns about safety and effectiveness, and more.

The 2009 swine and seasonal flu vaccines don't contain squalene, an additive linked to autoimmune issues. In the event of a pandemic, it could be added. Stay informed.

What are the pros and cons of getting the swine flu vaccine to protect kids from the H1N1 flu? Are there antiviral drugs for kids to treat the swine flu? Find out here.