3 chapters across the catalog
An outbreak of invasive Strep A in the United Kingdom and the U.S. has led to concerns about potential links to the live attenuated influenza vaccine (FluMist). Some studies suggest that the nasal flu vaccine may enhance the colonization of certain bacteria in the nasopharynx of young children.
MedImmune FDA Warning Letter and Nasal Mist Contamination
The hosts discuss a redacted FDA warning letter sent to MedImmune, the manufacturer of the FluMist nasal vaccine. The letter details significant safety violations, including mold in processing units and operators failing to sanitize gloves. They express concern that the same facility is producing the H1N1 nasal spray.
H1N1 Swine Flu Vaccine Marketing Campaign
The CDC has launched a massive immunization campaign for the H1N1 virus, featuring the "Flu Mist" nasal spray. The hosts analyze a CBS News report that uses dramatic imagery, including medical tents and critically ill children in Oklahoma, to encourage vaccine uptake. They characterize the campaign as a financial "money grab."
