The Westport Weston Health District said today it has received a limited amount of live attenuated influenza vaccine.
“This is a thimerosal-free nasal spray indicated for healthy individuals ages 2 – 49 years of age who are not pregnant,” the District said in a news release. Thimerosal is used as a preservative in some vaccines.
It said at this time, use of this vaccine should be restricted to the following priority populations: children aged 2 – 4 year and those who live with or care for children less than 6 months of age.
The District asked residents if they think they are eligible, to call the District’s H1N1 hot line at (203)227-9571, ext. 228, and leave your name and the best telephone number where you can be reached.
A staff member will call you to schedule an appointment, the District said.
As additional vaccine becomes available, the target groups and eligibility will expand until everyone who wishes to be vaccinated against the H1N1 influenza can be, the District said.
For up-to-date information, visit the WWHD Web site at www.wwhd.org, or call Monica Wheeler, RN at (203)227-9571.
