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WISH - AJB - The live chat with State Health Commissioner Dr. Judy Monroe will begin shortly. Please begin to submit your questions.

5:06	[Comment From Matt] Are we near a peak with this? Or will we see more H1N1 cases this winter?

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Dr. Judy Monroe - We will not know if we are at the peak for another week or two. We may see a peak soon and then another peak or wave in the winter. We just cannot predict exactly what will happen.

5:08	[Comment From Julie] I'm concerned about my child getting an H1N1 vaccine with mercury in it. How can I make sure my child gets the vaccine without mercury?

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Dr. Judy Monroe - The mercury in the vaccine is less than the amount in a can of tuna. Mutliple studies have shown that it is safe, but if you still have concerns there is a thimerosol free version of the H1N1 vaccine but it is not as widely available.

5:10	[Comment From Ron Cunningham] I am a 50 year old male with COPD. Should I get the H1N1 shot?

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Dr. Judy Monroe - Yes Ron, you absolutely should get the H1N1 vaccine as soon as you can.

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Dr. Judy Monroe - Asthma is a major risk factor for complications of the flu and the vaccine should be safe for you to take unless you have an egg allergy.

5:12	[Comment From Jabby] I have asthma. I am 44 yrs. old. I have sleep apnea, and allergies. I have taken precautions not to get H1N1, but can I get the vaccine safely, or I am better off to not get it because the vaccination may make me ill?

5:12	[Comment From Donna] Why are teachers and people who give services to the public, not included in the persons who can not get the vaccine now?

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