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  • The H1N1 virus that caused that pandemic is now a regular human flu virus and continues to circulate seasonally worldwide.
  • The English language content on this website is being archived for historic and reference purposes only.
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Guidance and Considerations for Health Care Providers and for State and Local Public Health Agencies*

Health Providers of Cardiovascular Disease

November 12, 2009 3:00 PM ET

*This interim guidance has been updated from Spring 2009 to include information regarding vaccination guidelines for 2009 H1N1 influenza and seasonal influenza.

CDC Info for Cardiovascular Disease Health Care Providers

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