H1N1 Influenza Update
It’s
Up to YOU…Stop the Spread of the H1N1 Flu
Get Vaccinated Now!!!
The seasonal flu vaccine will also protect you against H1N1 this flu season!!!
During the 2010-2011 flu season, the seasonal flu vaccine will also protect you against H1N1. This season, three flu vaccine viruses were chosen to protect people against the main circulating flu viruses, including the H1N1 virus.
To reduce the spread of the flu including H1N1 flu, get vaccinated now.
Who should get the seasonal flu vaccine?
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People 50 years and older
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Pregnant women
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Children
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People with chronic medical conditions
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Health care workers
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Caregivers of children under 6 months or other high risk individuals
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As is always the case with seasonal vaccine, younger children who have never had a seasonal vaccine may need two doses.
Prevention Messages:
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If you are sick, stay home
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Wash your hands often with soap and water. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also effective.
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Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
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More Information
Visit the following sites for more information about flu, San Bernardino County flu clinics, the flu vaccine, and the 2010 – 2011 flu season:
San Bernardino County Public Health Flu Clinics Schedule
Seasonal Influenza (Flu) - CDC
2010 - 2011 Flu Season - CDC
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