when they administer the H1N1 to the kids? It will be the nasal spray - which they are offering to kids as young as first grade. This is free from the city of Skokie. So, I'm guessing that my other ds will also bring home a note today. Now, we did have H1N1 go through our house, but I'm not seeing the benefit to them being exposed again to it.
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Yes, I would and I'd carry on bad to the school district for being so irresponsible! They would also need to make it an excused absence. See below:
A cause for significant concern is the vaccine's most prevalent side effects: "runny nose" and "nasal congestion." It has been documented that the live viruses from the vaccine can be shed (and potentially spread into the community) from recipient children for up to 21 days,[8] and even longer from adults.[9] Viral shedding also puts breastfeeding infants at risk if the mother has been given FluMist.[10]
In addition to shedding via nasal secretions, the virus can be dispersed through sneezing. What is the normal physiological response when an irritant enters the nasal passages? A sneeze.sometimes a big sneeze.sometimes several big sneezes. Therefore, the risk for shedding-and spreading-live viruses throughout a school, church, workplace, or store - especially one which is administering the vaccine.
In the section of the FlumMist package insert labeled "PRECAUTIONS," the manufacturer states the following warning:
"FluMistŪ recipients should avoid close contact with immunocompromised individuals for at least 21 days."
I am considering it. My son is just getting over it, but the rest of the family hasn't gotten it so far. I don't want my children to get the FluMist, or exposed to the shedding.
I would keep them home while the vaccine is being given and maybe the next day. I would not keep them home for the 21 day period that it could be spread. Do your best to boost their immune systems and hope for the best.
I would keep them home for at least a week to avoid coming in contact w/shedding kids. Our school district is doing the shots only (if they have enough of it).
On one of the many papers that got sent home regarding this, it says "Vaccines are available to protect against 2009 H1N1 influenza...they are EXPECTED to be as safe and effective as seasonal flu vaccines."
Now, get a load of the side effects from the live vaccine and tell me what you think it sounds like...
"Mild problems:
Some children and adolescents 2-17 years of age have reported mild reactions, including:
runny nose, nasal congestion or cough
fever
headache and muscle aches
wheezing
abdominal pain or occasional vomiting or diarrhea
Some adults 18-49 years of age have reported:
runny nose or nasal congestion
sore throat
cough, chills, tiredness/weakness
headache"
hmmm, what does that sound like to you?
lastly, I read on Mercola today that one should definitely NOT get their vaccine in a store or school because of allergic reactions and that there is no one equipped to deal with that after the fact.
well, doh! I answered my own question in your thread. Can you tell I don't feel well?
HUGS...me too. I have down and out with a nasty cold for 10days now. And we were exposed to H1N1 on Sunday. I am not terribly worried about the kids...it's me that I'm more worried about since my immune system is already under stress.
Great point about not getting the shots in the school or store...didn't even think about that angle. And haven't read Mercola today.
Yes, I would and I'd carry on bad to the school district for being so irresponsible! They would also need to make it an excused absence. See below:
A cause for significant concern is the vaccine's most prevalent side effects: "runny nose" and "nasal congestion." It has been documented that the live viruses from the vaccine can be shed (and potentially spread into the community) from recipient children for up to 21 days,[8] and even longer from adults.[9] Viral shedding also puts breastfeeding infants at risk if the mother has been given FluMist.[10]
In addition to shedding via nasal secretions, the virus can be dispersed through sneezing. What is the normal physiological response when an irritant enters the nasal passages? A sneeze.sometimes a big sneeze.sometimes several big sneezes. Therefore, the risk for shedding-and spreading-live viruses throughout a school, church, workplace, or store - especially one which is administering the vaccine.
In the section of the FlumMist package insert labeled "PRECAUTIONS," the manufacturer states the following warning:
"FluMistŪ recipients should avoid close contact with immunocompromised individuals for at least 21 days."
Would you keep your kids home from school
me
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