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  H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu)

Ohio Department of Health H1N1 (Swine) Flu Information Line: 1-866-800-1404

The Allen County Health Department continues to work with state, regional, and local partners to monitor and respond to the outbreak of novel H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu).  H1N1 is different than seasonal flu.

What the Health Department is Doing:

We are providing information to help health care providers, public officials and the public address the challenges posed by this new virus.  The most current information is available at:

Printable One-page Flyers - Know What to Do About the Flu

What You Can Do:    Take Care of Yourself, Stay Informed, and Be Prepared     If You Are Sick

Vaccine Q & A

1.  Take Care of Yourself

Persons with underlying medical conditions who are at high risk for complications of influenza may with to consider avoiding large gatherings.

2.  Stay Informed

Follow these links for Information for Specific Groups

Influenza is always serious – each year, in the United States, seasonal influenza results, on average, in an estimated 36,000 deaths from flu-related causes. This novel flu outbreak poses the potential to be at least as serious as seasonal flu, if not more so. The Allen County Health Department has been closely monitoring state and national developments and is prepared to coordinate an appropriate response to emerging developments in partnership with our state and national partners.

3.  Be Prepared

If you don't have one yet, consider developing a family emergency plan as a precaution.  This should include storing a supply of extra food, medicines, and other essential supplies. Information and guidance can be found at http://www.pandemicflu.gov/

If you are Sick

The symptoms of the H1N1 flu virus in people are similar to the symptoms of seasonal flu and include fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. A significant number of people who have been infected with H1N1 virus also have reported diarrhea and vomiting. Follow this link for the latest recommendations from the CDC.

If you are sick with flu-like illness, you should stay home for at least 24 hours after your fever is gone except to get medical attention or other necessities. (Your fever should be gone without the use of a fever-reducing medicine.) Keep away from others as much as possible.  This is to keep from making others sick.
 

Ohio Department of Health - H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu) Information

Ohio Department of Health H1N1 (swine) Flu Information Line: 1-866-800-1404 - 8:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m. Monday - Friday

Download Information sheets to post or share:

Handwashing

Page-sized hand washing posters that can be hung in restroom areas are available at the Allen County Health Department or can be downloaded here.

Respiratory Etiquette

Preventing the Flu: Good Health Habits Can Stop Germs

Buenos hábitos de salud para la prevención
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