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Most Saskatoon men not getting H1N1 shots
Last Updated: Monday, December 14, 2009 | 5:19 PM CT
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Men are lagging behind women when it comes to getting H1N1 swine flu shots, the Saskatoon health region says.
While 41 per cent of women aged 18-64 in the Saskatoon region have received their vaccinations, only 27 per cent of men in the same age category have received theirs. The health region also said adults 18-64 of both genders are lagging behind seniors and children.
Overall, about 129,000 people, or about 43 per cent of all people in the region, have been vaccinated.
Dr. Cory Neudorf, the chief medical health officer for the region, said that number has to come up to 60 to 70 per cent to prevent a third wave of the illness.
The mass immunization clinic that has been operating for several weeks at Saskatoon's Prairieland Park closes on Thursday.
After that date, H1N1 shots will be available only through appointment at public health centres.
Across Saskatchewan, 14 people have died after contracting H1N1, although all had underlying health conditions.
Most Saskatoon men not getting H1N1 shots
Last Updated: Monday, December 14, 2009 | 5:19 PM CT
CBC News
Men are lagging behind women when it comes to getting H1N1 swine flu shots, the Saskatoon health region says.
While 41 per cent of women aged 18-64 in the Saskatoon region have received their vaccinations, only 27 per cent of men in the same age category have received theirs. The health region also said adults 18-64 of both genders are lagging behind seniors and children.
Overall, about 129,000 people, or about 43 per cent of all people in the region, have been vaccinated.
Dr. Cory Neudorf, the chief medical health officer for the region, said that number has to come up to 60 to 70 per cent to prevent a third wave of the illness.
The mass immunization clinic that has been operating for several weeks at Saskatoon's Prairieland Park closes on Thursday.
After that date, H1N1 shots will be available only through appointment at public health centres.
Across Saskatchewan, 14 people have died after contracting H1N1, although all had underlying health conditions.