CDC: H1N1 is a Young Person's Disease

The Los Angeles Times reports on the latest data available on the H1N1 flu outbreak.  According to the Center for Disease Control, it is estimated that:

* 8 million children up to age 17 were stricken by swine flu; 36,000 were hospitalized; and 540 died. 

* 12 million adults ages 18 to 64 were infected; 53,000 were hospitalized; and 2,900 died. 

* 2 million people 65 or older were infected; 9,000 were hospitalized; and 440 died. In a normal flu season, 90% of deaths occur in those over 65.

The story also quotes CDC officials on the availability of the H1N1 vaccine, saying:

"The gap between need and availability (of the H1N1 vaccine) is narrowing," she said. "I think we are going to see doses coming off the lines and into people's arms or noses on a regular basis now." 

The full story is available at the Los Angeles Times here.
To find a free H1N1 vaccine clinic in the LA area, visit http://www.FluShotLA.com.