Public Health Department
H1N1 and Seasonal Influenza Information
Washtenaw County Public Health Dept Updates |
| What is novel
H1N1 flu? Novel H1N1 (referred to as swine flu early on) is a new influenza virus causing illness in people |
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| Seasonal Flu
Information for Schools & Childcare Providers Educators and staff can help slow the spread of colds and flu. On this site, you will find more information on preventing the flu, as well as, materials and tools for schools. |
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Stay home when sick
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Separate ill students and staff CDC recommends that students and staff who appear to have an influenza-like illness at arrival or become ill during the day be promptly separated from other students and staff and sent home |
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Hand hygiene Influenza may spread via contaminated hands or inanimate objects that become contaminated with influenza viruses |
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Routine cleaning
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Early treatment for high-risk students and
staff People at high risk for influenza complications who become ill with influenza-like illness should speak with their health care provider as soon as possible |
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Consideration of selective school dismissal:
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| What to do if
you get flu like symptoms The symptoms of novel H1N1 flu virus in people are similar to the symptoms of seasonal flu and include fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. |
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Taking
care of sick person at home |
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