H1N1 - Flu

H1N1 Flu Information

H1N1 Flu Vaccine

The vaccine will be provided free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis to the following high risk groups until the vaccines supplies are depleted:

· Pregnant women
· People who live with or care for infants younger than 6 months (e.g., parents, siblings, and child care providers),
Health care and emergency medical services personnel,

· People 6 months through 24 years of age, and,

· People 25 years through 64 years of age who have medical conditions that put them at higher risk for influenza-related complications.

Note: Those arriving ill or showing signs of illness will not be vaccinated and will be asked to leave. Parents are asked to leave sick children home with adult supervision and attend with well children only. All minors must be accompanied by a legal guardian.

Please plan ahead before you attend. Dress appropriately for the weather. Plan for the likelihood that you will need to stand in line. Adults and children should wear loose-fitting clothing that allows for arms (legs for children) to be exposed briefly for the H1N1 shot.

For more information about H1N1 flu and vaccine, visit www.elpasocountyhealth.org, or call 2-1-1, the Pikes Peak United Way’s Health and Human Services phone line, or the toll-free Colorado Help Line at (877) 462-2911.

Additional Community H1N1 Flu Vaccination Clinic dates/times and locations:

All clinics are dependent on H1N1 flu vaccine suppliesand are subject to change. To confirm that the clinic is being held and that vaccine still is available, visit the Health Department’s Web site at www.elpasocountyhealth.org or call

578-3199.

Cold and Flu Season Tips

Got the sniffl es? Low-grade temperature?
Hacking cough?
Here are a few tips to consider:
 If possible, stay home from work, school, and
errands when you are sick to prevent others
from catching your illness.
 Reschedule meetings or request someone to fill in for you.
 Check with your manager for options on working from
home or flexing your time. See the Time Reporting and
Charging Requirements subject area for more information.
Fighting Germs in the Workplace
 Cover your mouth and nose with disposable
paper products when sneezing or coughing.
 Be cautious when leaving food out for
others (e.g., snacks in open food containers)
– this aids the spread of germs.
 Wash your hands
- Proper handwashing is the best way
to avoid spreading germs. Rub your hands
together with soap and water for at least 15
seconds. Rinse your hands thoroughly and dry
them completely. Wash hands before eating and
after contact with shared equipment.
 Disinfect
- Wipe your phone, keyboard, computer mouse, and doorknobs with paper towels and disinfectant – anything
frequently touched by you and your co-workers.
Antiviral Treatment