Influenza Vaccine Supply

Dr. Julie Gerberding of the CDC spoke with reporters about the availability of influenza vaccines. She discussed the recent announcement tha… read more

Dr. Julie Gerberding of the CDC spoke with reporters about the availability of influenza vaccines. She discussed the recent announcement that a British vaccine manufacturer, Chiron, will be unable to supply vaccines due to contamination problems in their production plant. Dr. Gerberding spoke about plans to ensure that vaccine supplies in the U.S. will be able to meet the need in the U.S. She talked about efforts to acquire vaccines from other suppliers, as well as plans to recommend that existing supplies be distributed to those most vulnerable to influenza. Damian Braga of Aventis Pasteur joined Dr. Gerberding and spoke about efforts to coordinate vaccine distribution information. Following their remarks, they responded to questions from members of the committee. close

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Influenza Vaccine Supply

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Program ID:
183922-1
Category:
News Conference
Format:
News Conference
Location:
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
First Aired:
Oct 12, 2004 | 5:15pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
Last Aired:
Oct 13, 2004 | 9:59am EDT | C-SPAN 2

Airing Details

  • Oct 12, 2004 | 5:15pm EDT | C-SPAN 1
  • Oct 12, 2004 | 8:01pm EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • Oct 12, 2004 | 11:57pm EDT | C-SPAN 2
  • Oct 13, 2004 | 6:27am EDT | C-SPAN 1
  • Oct 13, 2004 | 9:59am EDT | C-SPAN 2
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