The high end, if that (97-million) is reached, it will be the largest amount of flu vaccine ever made.

Increased demand is not a bad thing. With more demand, manufacturers will make more vaccine.

It's hard to predict the exact pattern of the mumps virus, or where it is going to travel next.

Compared with 61-million (doses) last year, we're not expecting a shortage. We do understand that with the delays in distribution of the flu vaccine, some people will have to wait until November or December to get vaccine.

November and December are still ample time to get your flu shot.

These are scientific recommendations, we have no legal authority over any physician or regulate their adhering to these standards. We are committed to achieving and improving the nation's health.

Eradication is only as effective as the population remains at high levels of being vaccinated. That's the health message that we always emphasis over and over again.

We're very optimistic. We are monitoring it and keep up with supply issues.

We don't want to create the impression that if you don't get your flu shot today that you're going to be in trouble. People at high risk, along with people who are healthy, can continue to get vaccinated after Oct. 24.

We don't know as of yet why some of those who have received two doses (of vaccine) are contracting mumps.