DHSS Press Release |
Date: November 5, 2009 DHSS-111-2009 |
| Rita Landgraf, Secretary Carl Kanefsky, Communications Director (302) 255-9047, Pager Email: carl.kanefsky@state.de.us |
H1N1 VACCINES ADMINISTERED IN SCHOOLS NOV. 4, 2009
Delaware's Division of Public Health and the Delaware Department of Education completed the third day of the H1N1 school vaccination program Nov. 4, by administering H1N1 flu nasal spray vaccine to 882 Delaware elementary public and charter school students with parental permission.
| School | School District | District Total Students | Students Vaccinated | % Vaccinated of Total Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairview Elementary | Capital | 360 | 89 | 25% |
| Hartley Elementary | Capital | 409 | 125 | 31% |
| Brandywine Springs | Red Clay | 1,074 | 273 | 25% |
| Odyssey Charter School | Red Clay | 338 | 163 | 48% |
| Sunnyside Elementary | Smyrna | 261 | 93 | 36% |
| North Smyrna | Smyrna | 459 | 139 | 30% |
DPH will be sending a daily media advisory informing media of vaccine counts the previous day.
Note: In future weeks, some older students will receive the injectable version of vaccine.
For additional information about both H1N1 and seasonal vaccines, please see our website at www.flu.delaware.gov
Delaware Health and Social Services is committed to improving the quality of the lives of Delaware's citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations.
