H1N1 ... my thoughts

Do we need reminding that in 2005 the World Health Organization predicted that up to 150 million people might die from Avian flu? The eventual death toll was 262 people.

There is substantial evidence that the mortality rate from H1N1 flu is actually much smaller than seasonal flu.

Researchers who have combed through hundreds of flu-vaccine studies find very little evidence that suggests a vaccine will prevent the spread of the virus in the general population.

http://www.cbc.ca/canada/story/2009/11/02/f-viewpoint-cassels.html

First off, NO I am not getting the shot. I've never got the regular flu shot so why start now.

I don't recall EVER having even the regular flu so I am not worried about this piggy deal.

I DO however think that those who are chronically ill, or have weakened immune systems should get it. People like my friend J who suffers from rheumatoid arthritis or my bro who suffers from ulcerative colitis - they need to get this shot. Their bodies and immune systems are already messed up and have a hard enough time day to day, toss in a freaky flu and who knows what could happen.

I don't want to find out.

But for me, its a no go.

And I DO think all the media hype is getting way out of control and stirring up more fear than needs be.

Everyone needs to do for themselves what they think is best for them and not be scared into stabbing themselves with a vaccine just because everyone else is panicking