H1N1 Booster Concerns

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By Nick Lough

Story Published: Nov 18, 2009 at 7:17 PM MST

Story Updated: Nov 19, 2009 at 9:53 AM MST

BILLINGS - A limited supply and a large demand contribute to a delay in children's booster shots for the H1N1 virus.

Health officials recommend children age 2-to-9 get a second, or booster, H1N1 vaccination. Local health officials say booster shots have still not arrived but if children have already received the first dose they have a little time for the second.

The CDC recommends a booster shot be taken at least four weeks after the original shot, but experts say a short delay is no problem.

"If its 60 days later that's alright, if its 90 days later that's alright, getting the second shot is important for protection this year but not only this year next year as well," said Dr. David Graham.

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Jayde said on Monday, Nov 23 at 5:05 PM

whenh will the time be to get the boosters?? is it still going to be the 27th???

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