WHO ensures safety of A/H1N1 vaccine

The World Health Organization has announced that taking the A/H1N1 flu vaccine is the best way of preventing its further spread.

A WHO official told a news conference in Geneva Wednesday that the vaccines are vital for medical staff who are on the front lines, combating the virus.

Others most at risk include children, pregnant women, and those with chronic diseases.

He adds that side effects from the injection are slight and temporary, and are similarly to reactions caused by ordinary flu vaccines.

According to the WHO, as of Tuesday, no serious adverse effects have been reported.