Despite the H1N1 turned out to be pretty tame, mandated H1N1 flue shots are on the way for American citizens. For real.
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Judge Halts Flu Vaccine Mandate For Health Workers
New York Health Care Employees Won't Be Forced To Get H1N1 Vaccine...For Now!!
NEW YORK (CBS) ―
A vile of Panvax H1N1 Vaccine is displayed during the launch of the National pandemic (swine flu) influenza vaccination campaign by the Minister for Health and Aging Nicola Roxon at Swan Park Leisure Center on September 30, 2009 in Perth, Australia. Four
Isiah Harris receives an H1N1 influenza vaccine at Rush University Medical Center on Oct. 6, 2009, in Chicago, Ill.
Nasal spray doses of the H1N1/swine flu vaccine are shown at Montefiore Medical Center on Oct. 6, 2009, in the
Doses of H1N1 influenza vaccine sit in a basket at Rush University Medical Center on Oct. 6, 2009, in Chicago, Ill.
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Health care workers in New York will no longer be forced to get the H1N1 swine flu vaccine, CBS 2 has learned.
A state Supreme Court judge issued a restraining order Friday against the state from enforcing the controversial mandatory vaccination.
The order came as the Public Employees Federation sued to reverse a policy requiring vaccination against the seasonal and swine flu viruses, arguing that state Health Commissioner Richard Daines overstepped his authority.
Three parties the Public Employees Federaion, New York State United Teachers, and an attorney representing four Albany nurses challenged the order and for now the vaccination for nurses, doctors, aides, and non-medical staff members who might be in a patient's room will remain voluntary.
The health department had said the workers must be vaccinated by November 30 or face possible disciplinary action, including dismissal. PEF said it encourages members to get flu vaccinations, but opposes the emergency regulation requiring the vaccine as a condition of employment.
A judge granted a temporary restraining order Friday morning, PEF spokeswoman Debbie Miles said. A court hearing is scheduled for October 30.
New York was the first state in the country to initially mandate flu vaccinations for its health care workers, but many health care workers quickly protested against the ruling. In Hauppauge, workers outside a local clinic screamed "No forced shots!" when the mandate came down at the end of September.
"I don't even tend to the sick. I am in the nutrition field. They are telling me I must get the shot because I work in a health clinic setting," said Paula Small, a Women, Infants and Children health care worker.
Small said she would refuse to be vaccinate, worried the vaccine is untested and unproven, leaving her vulnerable. In 1976, there were some deaths associated with a swine flu vaccination.
Registered nurse Frank Mannino, 50, was also angry. He said the state regulation violates his personal freedom and civil rights.
"And now I will lose my job if I don't take the regular flu shot or the swine flu shot."
When asked if he's willing to lose his job, Mannino said, "Absolutely. I will not take it, will not be forced. This is still America."
The protest also shook Albany. Hundreds of demonstrators demanded freedom of choice. After all, as health care professionals, they argue they're already constantly washing their hands and aren't likely to transmit or contract the flu.
Around 500,000 health care workers would have been slated to receive the vaccine
"It's certainly their prerogative to voice their opinion," said Dr. Susan Donelan of Stony Brook University Hospital.
Donelan said most in the medical community see the benefits and safety of the shots and welcome them, and that hospitals must obey the law.
"Our hospital is committed to following the mandate to have our personnel vaccinated," she said.
The state said change was needed this year to save lives. Typically only about 45 percent of health care workers take advantage of voluntary flu vaccines.
More than 150 institutional outbreaks of seasonal and H1N1 flu are expected this year in hospitals, nursing homes and hospice centers.
There is also a strong resistance to the vaccine from the general public. A new Harvard University poll shows that only four in 10 adults intend to take the vaccine themselves, and only six in 10 plan to give it to their childr
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NEW AND IMPROVED FLU SCAM FOR 2010by highercalling8819,423 views
It would be pretty hard to run a hospital without nurses don't ya think?
InspireImages 1 year ago
Walk out on mass, EVERYONE!!!, see how quickly they change their policy. Without health workers the hospital's close. Power in numbers, united we stand.
SoulSmackTV 1 year ago
i will shoot any one who comes running at me with a flu shot
taylorhendrickson1 1 year ago
yes! with GOD we can evern move mountains....we can do anything in this world..if everyone came togetther we can defeat this corrupt govt. we can do it.
ilvnyc2 1 year ago
we can do so many things about what is going on....at least you guys are awakening and realizing that what the govt doing is not right... keep researching and you will recieve the truth.
ilvnyc2 1 year ago
@fettkatt87 what happened?? ive heard several people say that i wont and never will take it ever
thomas242007 2 years ago
With the help of GOD i will never take a vaccine again as long as i live.
fettkatt87 2 years ago
Oh good, I see that I can contact Mr. Danes
kimber202 2 years ago
@kimber202 I cannot believe that it has come to this. Doctors who do not test possible H1N1 deaths. I understand not testing every person who comes to the Doctor and presents with the flu, but if the patient is admitted to the hospital, near death, etc..WHY were they not tested? Does anyone know where I can find out why, or who was not tested??
kimber202 2 years ago
I am so sorry I am late to watch this video, as it is past November 30th...Somebody tell me what I can do now..to stop more laws like this from being passed?? HELP, seriously..post a response...tell me what to do??? We have to stop letting our government use us...
kimber202 2 years ago