Oct. 18, 2004: Elderly told not to wait in line for flu vaccine:"U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Tommy Thompson said Monday there will be enough flu vaccine available for most people who need it and told seniors to stop standing in long lines to get a shot.
“We want people to relax,” Thompson said at a news conference in Tampa. “The flu season is not here."
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/6274090/

For those quickly approaching a "panic state" about getting their flu shots, this article should give some peace of mind.

Andrew Lopez, RN
http://www.4nursing.com