Is there a vaccine against the 2009 H1N1 flu virus?
Yes. A monovalent vaccine for 2009 H1N1 flu has been developed and is now available. Persons between the ages of 25 and 64 years old with health conditions associated with higher risk of medical complications from influenza, including HIV infection, are an initial target group for the 2009 H1N1 flu vaccine and should be vaccinated for the 2009 H1N1 flu. Additional groups recommended to receive the 2009 monovalent H1N1 influenza vaccine regardless of their HIV status include: • Pregnant women • Household contacts and caregivers for children younger than 6 months of age • Healthcare and emergency medical services personnel • All people from 6 months through 24 years of age Further details regarding reasons for initially vaccinating these groups can be found in the 2009 H1N1 Vaccination Recommendations. Once the demand for vaccine among the initial target groups has been met at the local level, programs and providers should offer 2009 monovalent H1N1 influenza vaccine to all persons 25-64
