Okanagan Wildlife and Nature: Vaccine Side Effects Reported in Japan, 2 days ago

I am not attempting to deter anyone from getting this vaccine, those will compromised immune systems or those who work in health care, schools, or public places may want to get it. If an individual wants the shot they should. However, for the 51% of Canadians (according to CTV News this evening) and myself that do not want this immunization, I have provided a link to the Japan Times Online where an article headlined, H1N1 vaccine side effects reported, stating:

“…Seven of the 22,000 medical workers vaccinated against H1N1 swine flu have developed side effects, the Health, Labor and Welfare Ministry said…Four of the seven developed serious side effects, including vomiting and diminished consciousness, but all are recovering, the ministry said. The other three complained of minor symptoms, such as developing hives…”

http://search.japantimes.co.jp/cgi-bin/nn20091025a7.html

Like I said, please do not take my interest in the ‘thumbs down’ attitude of the available vaccination for the H1N1 virus as anything but my personal opinion…