With the latest H1N1 flu news from the Feds - as many as half of us could get sick this fall from the virus - my fellow parents and I have started a discussion: Will you get an H1N1 vaccine for your child?
My kids always get a seasonal flu vaccine, and so do I. My husband isn’t always so proactive, but he also doesn’t seem to get as sick. My son and I both have a history of respiratory illness. So as soon as the shot is available each year, I gather up the kids (and the stickers and lollipops) and head to a clinic.
This year, some clinics are starting next week. And with all the news and the push from health officials to get a seasonal flu shot, I believe it will be busy.
But I wonder how many parents will hesitate when the new H1N1 vaccine is available in October? My son’s health condition means he should be one of the first to get it.
Should I do it? Should I wait to see how the first round goes?
Both health experts I talked to today said “Go for it.”
One even told me that when it’s his children’s turn, they will be there for the H1N1 vaccine.
What are your thoughts?
E-mail me at mreese@evtrib.com.
Stay healthy!

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