Health and Human Services Secretary Mike Leavitt says there will be enough vaccine this flu season to meet "the needs of the country."

Leavitt acknowledges past vaccine shortages, but says he is "quite certain" there will be an ample amount in the upcoming season

Health and Human Services Secretary Mike Leavitt says there will be enough vaccine this flu season to meet "the needs of the country."

Leavitt acknowledges past vaccine shortages, but says he is "quite certain" there will be an ample amount in the upcoming season

The Chinese Health Ministry says the number of people infected with a pig-born disease in the southwestern chinese province of Sichuan has risen to 181, after seven more cases are reported.

The death toll remains at 34

Federal health officials report nearly 81-percent of the nation's toddlers are vaccinated on time, a record level that comes five years ahead of government expectations.

Dr. Stephen Cochi, acting vaccine chief at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, says the numbers are a testament to the fact parents are recognizing the benefits and importance of vaccinations

Federal health officials report nearly 81-percent of the nation's toddlers are vaccinated on time, a record level that comes five years ahead of government expectations.

Dr. Stephen Cochi, acting vaccine chief at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, says the numbers are a testament to the fact parents are recognizing the benefits and importance of vaccinations