Vaccine Panel Flashcards
1
Q
What is the VICP?
A
Vaccine Injury Compensation Program run by the federal government, which assumes all responsibility from vaccine manufacturers for litigating claims
2
Q
Where are VICP claims filed?
A
Secretary of Health and Human Services
3
Q
How is Thimerosal used in vaccines?
A
As a preservative to prevent bacterial growth converted to thiosalicylate and ethyl mercury (non-toxic)
4
Q
How much thimerosal is in each vaccine?
A
25-50 ug Mercury
