Source:  Texas Department of State Health Services

“The virus is still circulating. It’s still hospitalizing people. We’re seeing some increases in H1N1 activity in other parts of the country, and our illness patterns in Texas have generally followed what happens in the southeast,” said Dr. David Lakey, DSHS commissioner. “There is plenty of vaccine to go around. People who have not been vaccinated should do so now.”

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CDC Flu Information

Source:  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

CDC has received reports of fraudulent emails (phishing) referencing a CDC sponsored State Vaccination Program. The messages request that users must create a personal H1N1 (swine flu) Vaccination Profile on the cdc.gov website. The message then  states that anyone that has reached the age of 18 has to have his/her personal Vaccination Profile on the cdc.gov site.

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Source:  Texas Department of State Health Services

The Texas Department of State Health Services is encouraging people to get their H1N1 flu vaccination now.

“There is the potential for another wave of illness. People should not become complacent about protecting themselves,” said Dr. David

Lakey, DSHS commissioner. “Get vaccinated, wash your hands and stay home if you’re sick.”

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Texas EDEN Flu Resources

Source:  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

People with diabetes are at increased risk for complications from influenza, including 2009 H1N1 flu.

There are important steps and everyday precautions that people with diabetes should take in order to stay healthy this flu season.

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Source: Texas AgriLife Extension Service

The 2009 H1N1 flu is considered a mild to moderate disease. Most healthy people with no underlying health conditions are able to treat themselves at home. Here are some home-health tips to help you care for yourself and your family.

Care for the H1N1 Flu (pdf)

Source:  Flu.gov

The FDA urges consumers to only purchase FDA-approved products from licensed pharmacies located in the United States.

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Related Resources:

FDA.gov:  Buying Prescription Medicine Online: A Consumer Safety Guide

FDA Warns of Unapproved and Illegal H1N1 Drug Products Purchased Over the Internet

Source:  Texas AgriLife Extension Service

Influenza, more commonly known as “the flu,” is a contagious illness caused by a virus. The flu affects the upper respiratory system, which consists of the nose, mouth, sinuses, and throat. The 2009 H1N1 flu is a new flu virus that has spread worldwide. Most people do not yet have immunity against this virus.

H1N1 Flu Fact Sheet

Plan for H1N1 Flu

H1N1 Preparedness Supplies List

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Learn what to do to prepare your business and respond to the 2009-10 flu season, including H1N1.

You can find guidelines, suggestions, letters to send employees, vaccine information and the latest up-dates on everything about flu at:

http://flu.gov/

Find all the latest information about flu vaccines and anti-virals, guidelines for returning to work or school after the flu, and other flu information specific to Texas at:

http://texasflu.org

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Source:  Flu.gov

It is critical for schools to plan to prevent disease transmission and protect students and staff, as well as local communities, from flu infection. Depending on the timing and severity of a potential fall H1N1 wave, interventions could include:  extra measures to ensure that commonly touched surfaces are disinfected, strict enforcement of exclusion policies for students and staff with flu-like symptoms, or extended school closures.  In addition, because schools could be used as vaccine distribution locations, schools should consider how they might accommodate such requests. While all of us want to do all we can to keep students engaged in learning and maintain a sense of normalcy, we need to be ready for whatever the fall may bring.

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Source:  Extension Disaster Education Network

The government has issued recommendations on priorities for fall vaccination against the novel H1N1 flu strain. In addition, the risks of novel H1N1 flu in pregnant women have come to light. Links to information on these and other aspects of influenza have been organized by the Center for Infectious Disease Research & Policy (CIDRAP).

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