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Waiting to receive the county's free H1N1 flu vaccine, hundreds of Sacramentans queued outside of Loaves and Fishes on Wednesday. “I'm thankful that they have this,” said Beverly Hoeven, a resident at the Salvation Army's nearby shelter. “I just want to be protected, my daughter is pregnant.” Organizers expected roughly 1,000 people, but they were prepared to service any in need. “There is no shortage,” said Sacramento County Public Health employee Lorence Kuhlman. Residents from throughout the area began waiting more than an hour before the 10-a.m. opening of the clinic. “I've seen what this illness can do, and I can get the shot for free,” said community resident Jennifer Rose. As