Department of Health and Senior Services Commissioner Heather Howard will hold a teleconference media briefing today to provide an update on H1N1 influenza activity in New Jersey, including an update of how much vaccine is in the state.

The teleconference begins at 1 p.m. Media members should call in at 1 (800) 553-0273. The name of the conference call is: H1N1 Influenza Update with Commissioner Howard.

Those wishing to listen in only should call 1 (800) 230-1096.

Commissioner Howard will be joined by Deputy Commissioner Dr. Susan Walsh, Senior Assistant Commissioner Dave Gruber and State Epidemiologist Dr. Christina Tan.

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