H1N1 Basics
About H1N1
H1N1 is a new flu virus causing illness in people (CDC, 2009). H1N1 spreads from person to person through droplets from coughs and sneezes. Infectious droplets can travel through air and enter the mouth or nose or land on nearby objects. Droplets can also spread when a person touches a contaminated object then touches his or her mouth or nose before washing hands.
Good Web Resources
Flu Prevention Tips
- Get a yearly flu shot to prevent illness.
- Always cover coughs and sneezes with tissue (respiratory etiquette).
- Wash your hands frequently during the day.
- Clean commonly touched surfaces often.
- Avoid contact with people who have flu-like symptoms.
More Helpful Prevention Tips:
- H1N1: What Do I Need to Know? English | Spanish
- H1N1: A Guide for Pregnant Women and Parents: English | Spanish
What To Do If You Get Sick
Those with flu-like symptoms should call their doctor and avoid contact with others. Stay home for 7 days after the start of illness or until at least 24 hours after symptoms have cleared whichever is longer.
H1N1 Information for Specific Groups |
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Schools/Childcare
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Recommendations for Child Programs (Flu.gov) | |
| Communication Toolkit for Schools (Flu.gov) | ||
| CDC Guidance for Institutions of Higher Education | ||
| Communication Toolkit for Higher Education | ||
| CDC Guidance for Public Health and K-12 | ||
Healthcare
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| CDC ACIP Guidelines | ||
| CDC Guidance for Healthcare Settings | ||
| CDC Clinical and Public Health Guidances | ||
| Workplace/Business
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| Workplace Planning (Flu.gov) | ||
| Communication Toolkit (Flu.gov) | ||
| Cover Your Cough: English | Spanish | ||
Faith/Community Groups
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| What Do I Need to Know? (NC DHHS) | ||
| Seniors and Vaccination Podcast (CDC) | ||
| Guide for Faith and Community Organizations |
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| H1N1 Facts by Language |
Burmese | |
| Spanish | ||
| CHCS - H1N1 Letters to Parents |
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Any agency can use the 'Cover Your Cough' and the 'What Do I Need to Know' flyers |
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