Is the H1N1 vaccine safe?

One of the most talked about topics in the U.S. is the H1N1 virus (also known as Swine Flu). The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) have reported that over 22 million doses of the vaccine are available, yet there are still long lines to get the virus. Reports show that about 50% of Americans want to get the vaccine.
People who have been encouraged to get the vaccine are women who are pregnant, children, and those with immune deficiencies.
However, not all doctors are on the bandwagon as far as receiving the vaccine. A recent informal poll shows that about 1 out of 10 doctors are against the vaccine. Any physician will tell you that in medicine, nothing is 100% safe…there are risks.
In the 1970’s, a swine flu vaccine caused many GBS cases in people who took the vaccine. The risks of developing GBS has kept many people from getting the vaccine and could also be the reason why there has been some false stories about deaths resulting from the H1N1 vaccine. While there have been reported deaths from the virus, there hasn’t been a single death reported concerning the vaccine.
There are people out there who feel that there is a conspiracy going on about the vaccine and that the government is keeping something from us. That the vaccine isn’t safe. If you are concerned , the best thing to do is to simply talk to your doctor about it. He or she will be able to give you information about it and help you make the best decision .