What is H1N1 (swine) flu and how can I take the necessary precautions?
H1N1 (Swine) Flu
H1N1 Flu and You: Provides answers to common questions.
H1N1 Flu Video Podcast: Dr. Joe Bresee of the CDC Influenza Division discusses swine flu symptoms, transmission and treatment; how people can protect themselves; and what people should do if they become ill.
INFLUENZA: Pigs, People and Public Health: Public health fact sheet from National Pork Board
H1N1 Flu RSS feed:
Prevention Methods
2009-10 Flu Season: Current information and downloadable materials (no print materials will be available).
Clean Hands Save Lives: Keeping hands clean is one of the most important steps we can take to avoid getting sick and spreading germs to others.
Hand-Washing Recommendations to Reduce Disease Transmission from Animals in Public Settings
BAM! Body and Mind Teacher's Corner: An activity in which students conduct an experiment on washing hands and learn the critical importance of proper washing to prevent disease.
CDC-TV Put Your Hands Together video: Scientists estimate that people are not washing their hands often or well enough and may transmit up to 80% of all infections by their hands
CDC Be a Germ Stopper: Spanish, Chinese, Tagalog and Vietnamese translations available. Information and materials on healthy habits and disease prevention in home, work, and school settings. Printable posters (Cover Your Cough, Germ Stopper, Healthy Habits) and materials available in PDF format.
Pandemic Influenza Preparedness Tools for Professionals: Resources to help hospital administrators and state and local health officials prepare for the next influenza pandemic.
Cough Etiquette in Health Care Settings: Tips to prevent the spread of germs from coughing;

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