Information regarding Pandemic H1N1 2009 (Swine Flu)
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What is H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu)?
H1N1 flu is an influenza virus causing illness in people. It was first detected in people in April 2009 and has been
declared a pandemic. Cases have been found in the United States, including Sutter County, and internationally.
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How Does H1N1 Flu Spread?
The H1N1 flu spreads through tiny wet drops produced when a contagious person coughs, sneezes, or talks. These drops
can travel short distances. A person without the flu can be infected by breathing in these wet drops or by touching
something that was recently contaminated and then touching their mouth, nose, or eyes.
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How Can I Prevent the Spread of H1N1 Flu?
Practice and teach children healthy habits that will help prevent the spread of germs:
- Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Sutter County Public Health
recommends that you wash your hands for 20 seconds. The use of alcohol-based hand sanitizers is also effective,
when soap and water are not available.
- Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you
use it. If a tissue is not available, cough into the crook of your elbow.
- Stay home if you get sick and limit contact with others to keep from infecting them. If you have a fever,
stay home for at least 24 hours after the fever has ended without the use of fever-reducing medications.
- Avoid contact with sick people whenever possible.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread this way.
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What are the Symptoms of H1N1 Flu?
Most people with H1N1 flu experience mild to moderate flu symptoms. The symptoms of H1N1 flu are similar to those of the regular
seasonal flu. H1N1 flu symptoms may include:
- Fever
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
- Body/muscle aches
- Headaches
- Chills
- Fatigue
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
Could I have H1N1 flu?
Take a flu self-assessment.
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Is There a H1N1 Flu Vaccine?
Free H1N1 Vaccination Clinics in Sutter County
Sutter County Public Health Department is holding
FREE H1N1 community vaccination clinics for Sutter County
residents.
Saint Isidore's Catholic Church Gymnasium
222 Clark Avenue, YC
Sunday, February 7, 2010
10:00am-2:00pm
| Bridge Street School
550 Bridge Street, YC
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
10:00am-11:30am
and
1:00pm-4:30pm
| Future Fitness
729 Wilwick Way, YC
Wednesday, February 10, 2010
6:00pm-8pm
| Sutter County Library
750 Forbes Avenue, YC
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
10:00am-4:30pm
| Hans Miller Building at Richland Housing
420 Miles Avenue, YC
Thursday, February 18, 2010
9:00am-11:30am
and
1:00pm-3:30pm
| Sikh Temple Sri Guru Nanak
2269 Bogue Road, YC
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
4:00pm-6:00pm
| Live Oak Boy Scout Building
2670 Myrtle Street, Live Oak
Thursday, February 25, 2010
9:00am-11:30am
and
1:00pm-3:30pm
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H1N1 Vaccine Information:
Free H1N1 vaccines are available for Sutter County residents on a walk-in basis (while supplies last) at
Sutter County Public Health Department, 1445 Veterans Memorial Circle, Yuba City, Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
and 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
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At the current time, we do not have nasal spray; only injectable vaccine.
If nasal spray is received before the clinics, all healthy 2-49 year olds
WILL be given nasal spray, while supplies last.
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Second doses will be available for children under 10,
only if it has
been at least 28 days since their first dose
, while supplies last.
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Children and teens under 18 years of age MUST be accompanied by parent or legal guardian.
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Wear clothing that quickly bares the upper arm near the shoulder in case an injection is needed.
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No smoking in or near lines.
For more H1N1 information call 530-822-7215.
For more information on the H1N1 flu vaccine:Seasonal Vaccine Information:
We do NOT have seasonal flu vaccine shots available.
We DO have FluMist nasal spray vaccine for healthy
2-49 year olds.
You CANNOT get nasal vaccine if you:
- are pregnant
- have asthma
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have any chronic medical
problems such as diabetes or
heart disease
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You can prepare now for any community emergency. You should know what actions you can take to help lessen the impact
of an influenza pandemic on you and your family. This checklist will help you gather the resources you may need in case of a
H1N1 flu pandemic.
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