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Is it true that some flu vaccine contains mercury?

Friday, 25 September 2009 13:39

Some inactivated influenza vaccine contains thimerosal, a preservative that contains mercury. Some people believe thimerosal may be related to developmental problems in children. In 2004 the Institute of Medicine published a report concluding that, based on scientific studies, there is no evidence of such a relationship. If you are concerned, ask your doctor about thimerosal-free influenza vaccine.