HEALTH ALERT
INFLUENZA A (H1N1)

Look for these symptoms:
FEVER AND

  • Cough
  • Sore throat
  • Runny or stuffy nose

 

Other symptoms may include:

  • Body aches
  • Headache
  • Fatigue
  • Chills
  • Diarrhea
  • Vomiting
People with certain chronic medical conditions, adults 65 years or older, children younger than 5 years old, and pregnant women may be at higher risk for severe illness.

Do’s & Don’ts
 
IF YOU THINK YOU HAVE H1N1 FLU:
  • Stay at home or in your hotel room if traveling, except to seek medical care. Do not travel or go to work or school.
     
  • Avoid close contact with others for 7 days after your symptoms begin or until you have been symptom-free for 24 hours, whichever is longer.
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EVERYONE SHOULD:
  • Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water or use an alcohol-based hand gel.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
  • Avoid contact with ill persons.
 
     

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