Missouri Recalls 22,000 Weakened H1N1 Vaccines
The state of Missouri recently recalled 22,000 H1N1 vaccines. Throughout the nation, government health officials have been recalling hundreds of thousands of these pre-filled vaccines recommended for children because the doses had lost strength over time. Therefore, 22,000 weaker vaccines were distributed throughout 75 counties across Missouri. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Food and Drug Administration and the manufacturer of the vaccine say that the recalled vaccines are still safe and effective. Also, parents should not be worried if their children received the pre-filled vaccine.
The Department of Health and Human Services said swine flu has killed eleven people in Missouri, much milder than when compared to other states such as Kansas, where 22 deaths have been reported. Missouri is one of the few states that has not been strongly affected by the illness.
Fortunately, the recalled vaccines are still effective. If your child has received a weakened dose of the pre-filled vaccine and is suffering from swine flu, then you many have a case against the drug maker. By law, manufacturers have a responsibility to consumers to make sure that their products are free of defects. As consumers, we expect products on the market, especially vaccines and pharmaceutical drugs, to be safe.
However, there are many product liability cases reported each year. Manufacturers are liable for warning consumers about potential hazards as well as making sure that no defective parts or tools are used in the manufacturing process. If you have questions on medical product liability, do not hesitate to contact a skilled Missouri personal injury attorney at Page Cagle.
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