US Santas demand priority swine flu vaccine
Your support helps us to tell the story
From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our latest documentary, 'The A Word', which shines a light on the American women fighting for reproductive rights, we know how important it is to parse out the facts from the messaging.
At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.
The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. And unlike many other quality news outlets, we choose not to lock Americans out of our reporting and analysis with paywalls. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
Your support makes all the difference.US Santas want swine flu vaccine so that sneezing children don't give them an unwelcome present this Christmas.
Ernest Berger, head of "Santa America," told NPR radio that the organization's 200 volunteer Father Christmases want to be given the same priority as school teachers and health care workers for getting the H1N1 vaccine.
The website of "Santa America," which visits sick and traumatized children in the Christmas season, instructs the men in red to take no chances.
"As wonderful as it is, be cautious of children burying their faces in your beard for a hug. If this happens, use sanitizer in your beard," the website advises.
"Avoid touching your face, nose, eyes, or mouth. Do not touch children's faces. If you do, immediately sanitize your hands," the site urges.
"Santa should be taking needed vitamins and other doctor approved boosters to keep his immune system at peak performance."
Join our commenting forum
Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies
Comments