Supply of Key Children's Vaccine Almost Back to Normal
CDC says production shortfalls that limited booster shots nearly over; Hib can cause bacterial meningitis
Posted June 25, 2009
"There used to be 20,000 cases a year, but the vaccine has brought it to less than 100," Siegel said. "The numbers remain small. We've almost stamped this thing out with the vaccine, so don't assume your kid is going to get it."
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For more on Hib disease, visit the CDC.
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