Flu Prevention and Facts

Headlines

2009 H1N1 Flu Outbreak Map »

View this Google map which contains markers for confirmed and suspected cases of the influenza A (H1N1) outbreak. Contributors include newspapers, television stations, and health organizations.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention »

CDC is actively investigating human cases of influenza A (H1N1) in several states and is working closely with Canada, Mexico and the World Health Organization. Get stats, learn ways to prevent the flu, and stay informed about it's investigation efforts. Follow the CDC on Twitter.

Health Reference Academic »

Use this database to find news articles on health topics, including swine influenza.

U.S. Food and Drug Administration »

Get the latest information from the FDA which is involved with preparing antivirals and vaccines. They also provide information on personal protection equipment.

United States Department of Health and Human Services »

Visit this site for updates on the 2009 Flu Investigation.

World Health Organization — Epidemic and Pandemic Alert and Response »

WHO is coordinating the global response to human cases of swine influenza A (H1N1) and monitoring the corresponding threat of an influenza pandemic. Track the evolving situation and access both technical guidelines and information useful for the general public.

Local

Florida Department of Health»

Find out what Florida is doing to protect you from the swine flu through the Swine Flu Q&A. Also access the latest updates on swine flu from the Florida Department of Health.

Orange County Government »

Find facts about pandemics and prevention tips. There is also a pandemic influenza planning checklist for long-term care and residential facilities.

Orange County Health Department »

Get local updates and keep track of flu indications in your area.

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Prevention & Tips

Books on Preventing Flu »

Check out these titles for information on avoiding the flu and other sickness.

CDC: Travelers' Health »

Are you traveling? Check out the news and announcements section for information related to swine flu and travel.

Handwashing Technique YouTube
Video »

Think you're a pro at handwashing? You might be surprised at the things you learn from this video.

Health and Wellness Resource Center and Alternative Health Module »

Use this database for general health information. Learn how you can fight the flu.

PandemicFlu.gov »

Powered by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services, this site contains resources on swine, avian, and pandemic flu. Explore the Individuals & Families Planning section for an overview on pandemics, as well as guides and checklists on topics like transportation, schools, preparation, work, social disruption during a pandemic.

Patient Education Reference Center (PERC): Pandemic (H1N1) 2009 Influenza »

This evidence-based resource will be maintained and updated by the editorial team from PERC. View information on the causes, risk factors, symptoms, treatment, prevention, and more for H1N1. You can also access information for clinicians and nurses.

Protect Don't Infect »

There are three simple things you can do to protect yourself and others from getting sick. Share this site with your child and help educate him about germs. Site provided by the Orange County Department of Health.

Trust for America's Health:
Pandemic Flu »

This non-profit organization is dedicated to making disease prevention a national priority through prevention, protection, and community. Their site contains pandemic flu preparedness guides for families, businesses, medical providers, and community groups.

WebMD: Swine Flu and Kids »

Should you take your kids out of school if there are cases of swine flu in your town? Pediatricians tackle frequently asked questions parents have about swine flu.

World Book Advanced »

Read this article on influenza and watch the video, How Your Immune System Fights Influlenza.

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Plan Ahead

2009 Flu Info Widget »

Add the 2009 Flu Info widget to your site for links to U.S information, things you can do, plan and prepare, and international information.

General OneFile: Pandemic Flu »

Read news, magazines, articles on pandemic flu.

Healthcare U.S. »

Use this module of ReferenceUSA to locate a doctor or dentist. With the custom search you can choose from a variety of fields to include in your search, including physician gender, patients per week, city, zip code, type of practice, medical school attended, primary specialty, state of license, and physician age.

Red Cross Offers Flu-Prevention Tips for Kids »

Teach your children good health habits and share with them the Scrub Club, an engaging interactive site for kids the promotes fighting germs and preventing illness.

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