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Reading H1N1 & Seasonal Flu
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H1N1 flu (or swine flu) is a new strain of flu virus causing illness in people. In April 2009 this specific type of H1N1 flu was first reported in the United States. H1N1 flu has now been found in many other areas of the world. Symptoms are similar to seasonal flu and include sudden fever, cough, sore throat, muscle aches, headache, chills, and general weakness.  ( What is H1N1 flu? )    

Vaccination
What You Can Do to Stay Healthy
  • Wash your hands and use an alcohol hand sanitizer product often. This is one of the most effective measures.
General Info on 2009 H1N1 Flu
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
  • Use good cough etiquette (into elbow, not hands) or cover mouth and nose with tissues when you sneeze or cough. Throw away tissues immediately.
  • Ensure that personal preparedness plans and kits are up to date, including food and water supplies for the family.  
  • Contact your medical provider if you become ill to determine testing and treatment protocols.  
General Info on all flu
  • Disinfect items that you touch frequently such as doorknobs, telephones, etc.
  • Avoid hugging and kissing ill persons.
  • If you or family members are ill, you need to  stay home!

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