Problems with manufacturing process creates shortage of flu vaccines Substantial delays may be experienced in the distribution of the influenza vaccine this coming flu season, due to problems in the manufacturing process. The problems may also limit the number of vaccine's available. Worcester State College's Student Health Services has planned a flue vaccine clinic for the first week in November, with 200 doses available, assuming that the vaccines that have been ordered, are delivered. In the meantime, it is recommended that those people who are 65 years or older, and those of any age with chronic health problems, should receive the pneumococcal vaccine against streptococcus pneumoniae , the bacteria frequently responsible for community acquired pneumonia.
Pneumococcal disease is a common complication from influenza.
The pneumococcal vaccine may be received at any time of the year and is available through your local health care provider or the Department of Public Health. For more information, please contact Student Health Services at ext.