The concerns relating to the recall of an injectable pediatric H1N1 vaccine last week has lead the manufacturer to issue a recall of the nasal mist vaccine doses. As well

In all, 78 providers across Kansas received H1N1 flu vaccines from the 13 lots are being voluntarily recalled by the manufacturer, MedImmune, The Kansas Department of Health and Environment confirmed.

Adding to the safety concerns regarding the recall, Department of Health and Human Services said that there are no safety concerns with any of the recalled lots.

”The good news here is that the slight potency decline will have no noticeable impact on effectiveness, and no impact at all on vaccine safety”, said Public Health Branch Director Susan Buckley.

The KDE has proceeded with the identification of the local health departments and private providers of the vaccine, and is requesting them to send back the recalled vaccine to MedImmune.

However, there is no need for Adults and children 10 and older to receive another dose. For further assistance a contact service has been provided. Kansas residents can contact the CDC public response hotline at (800) CDC-INFO and get answers to all their queries and doubts.