Health department has free swine flu vaccine

Oct. 13- The Hardin County Health Department is now offering a limited amount of H1N1 flu mist vaccine at no charge.

Priority will be given to healthcare workers, caregivers of children less than six months old, and emergency medical services personnel and other first responders.

According to the Tennessee Department of Health, no shortage of 2009 swine flu vaccine is expected. Initially, only limited quantities and types of vaccine will be available, but supplies are anticipated to be sufficient to meet demand in coming weeks.

For appointments, call the Hardin County Health Department at 925-2557.