H1N1 Vaccine NOT Recalled in Louisiana

(U) LOUISIANA - Louisiana did not receive any of the recalled lots of H1N1 vaccine intended for children under age 3. Vaccine maker Sanofi Pastuer recalled 800,000 doses of the vaccine, distributed in pre-filled syringes, after testing showed that four lots didn't meet potency requirements. State and national health officials said there are no concerns about the safety of the vaccine, and parents shouldn't worry if children have received the vaccine. They also said children don't need to be vaccinated again. "All lots successfully passed pre-release testing for purity, potency and safety," said Sean Smith, a spokesman with the Louisiana Health and Hospitals Department. http://www.shreveporttimes.com/article/20091215/NEWS01/91215021/1060 

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