1. Can parents get vaccinated at the same time that their child does? No, our vaccine supply is specifically for children ages 18 years old down to 6 months.
2. Are your doctors recommending the H1N1 and Seasonal Flu Vaccine? Yes, our doctors are recommending both vaccines to all children ages 6 months and older.
3. Is the H1N1 vaccine safe? Yes, the vaccine is manufactured the same way as seasonal flu vaccine. The benefit of the vaccine far outweighs the risk of getting the disease.
4. Is it okay that the H1N1 vaccine contains thimerisol (preservative)? Yes, we consider this a safe vaccine.
5. Is it okay to receive the vaccine elsewhere? Yes, you are welcome and encouraged to try and find a vaccine as soon as you can. Again, our supply will be limited and it will only last for a short time until we receive more. Pharmacies will be getting the exact same vaccine that we will be getting.
6. My child has been diagnosed with H1N1, should we still get the vaccine? Yes, you should still get your child vaccinated.
7. If my child is sick, can they still get the H1N1 vaccine? Yes.
8. Which vaccine should I get? Below are the Vaccine Information Statements for you to educate yourself on which vaccine to get:
   • H1N1 Nasal Mist: Live, Intranasal 2009 H1N1 Influenza Vaccine [PDF-37KB]
   • H1N1 Shot: Inactivated 2009 H1N1 Influenza Vaccine [PDF-37KB]

- Doctors and Staff of Ballard Pediatric Clinic

More Swine Flu Resources:

• King County Department of Public Health
• WA State Department of Health
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
• King County Public Health has established a Swine Flu Hotline for the public providing health and safety information at 877-903-KING (5464). This is staffed from Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and interpreters are available.

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