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Randi · 10-26-2009, 06:57 PM

This has been a hotly debated topic in Canada as well. One of our best friends is head of infectious disease at our largest hospital and he says DEFINATELY get the flu shot. He says that the tests etc are/have been the same as with the usual flu shots. He also told us to ensure that we are immunized PRIOR to our annual visit to Aruba. He said you don't want to be in the hospital in Aruba, especially if you need to be on a respirator!!

The people that have died due to the swine flu in the spring have had related health issues. Unfortunately, yesterday we had an 11 year girl die with no prior medical issues. She was admitted to our children's hospital with a mild form and it quickly turned worse and dies within 24 hours!

People, this is not funny...get your immunization!

10-26-2009, 06:57 PM	#10 (permalink)
Randi Senior Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 1,483	This has been a hotly debated topic in Canada as well. One of our best friends is head of infectious disease at our largest hospital and he says DEFINATELY get the flu shot. He says that the tests etc are/have been the same as with the usual flu shots. He also told us to ensure that we are immunized PRIOR to our annual visit to Aruba. He said you don't want to be in the hospital in Aruba, especially if you need to be on a respirator!! The people that have died due to the swine flu in the spring have had related health issues. Unfortunately, yesterday we had an 11 year girl die with no prior medical issues. She was admitted to our children's hospital with a mild form and it quickly turned worse and dies within 24 hours! People, this is not funny...get your immunization! __________________ Randi Next Aruba trip in