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    Vaccine. 2011 Jan 10;29(3):370-7. Epub 2010 Nov 12.

    Lessons learnt from pandemic A(H1N1) 2009 influenza vaccination. Highlights of a European workshop in Brussels (22 March 2010).

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    Health Care Knowledge Centre, Brussels, Belgium.

    Abstract

    This European workshop identified a number of lessons learnt in the field of vaccine licensure, prioritization of target groups, communication on pandemic vaccines, implementation of vaccination and safety monitoring. The mild severity of the pandemic A(H1N1) 2009 influenza virus influenced the perception of pandemic vaccines, as previous pandemic preparedness had anticipated a more virulent virus. This vaccination experience provides an important opportunity for research on the long-term immunogenicity and safety of pandemic vaccines in pregnant women and children, as well as on the long-term safety of adjuvants. Preparedness for future pandemics could involve improved decision-making on target groups and increased communication on vaccine safety.

    Copyright © 2010. Published by Elsevier Ltd.. All rights reserved.

    PMID:
    21075164
    [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

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