Nov 8th, 2009 - Freep
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Question: Is the new vaccine for H1N1 (swine) flu safe? I am pregnant and am worried that if I get it, my baby might be harmed. And if I do decide to have the H1N1 vaccine, do I need to have the seasonal flu vaccine, too?
Answer: You aren't the only person wondering whether it's a good idea to be vaccinated for the H1N1 flu. Let's start with the question of safety and how vaccines are made. Every year, experts predict what the most likely strains of flu will be and then develop a vaccine to target those strains. That's why you need a new vaccine every year.
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