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More H1N1 vaccine now available


Dec 17 2009

On Saturday, Dec. 12, the list of those eligible to receive H1N1 influenza vaccine was expanded to everybody six months of age and older in King County. Depending on early demand among this broader group, supplies may be limited for a time at some locations.

Seattle and King County Public Health is taking this next step in widening H1N1 vaccine eligibility because many health care providers in King County are now reporting that they are able to meet the demand for their highest risk patients and vaccine supplies are increasing and expected to continue to rise steadily.

H1N1 vaccine is available from local health care providers and pharmacies. For a list of these providers, and other H1N1 updates, visit www.kingcounty.gov/healthservices

The Flu Hotline at 877-903-KING (5464) is staffed with operators to answer questions from King County residents about H1N1 influenza. The Flu Hotline is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays, with special 24-hour nurse line service extended over the weekend for people with flu seeking medical care advice. Recorded information is available 24 hours a day.

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