H1N1 (Swine Flu)

Symptoms of H1N1 Flu

* The symptoms of H1N1 flu are similar to seasonal flu, but may include additional symptoms such as vomiting and diarrhea.

* Symptoms of Seasonal and H1N1 Flu:

Seasonal Flu


H1N1 Flu

All types of flu can cause:
o Fever
o Coughing and/or sore throat
o Runny or stuffy nose
o Headaches and/or body aches
o Chills
o Fatigue


Similar to seasonal flu, but symptoms may be more severe.

There may be additional symptoms. A significant number of H1N1 flu cases:
o Vomiting
o Diarrhea

* Emergency Warning Signs - If you become ill and experience any of the following warning signs, seek emergency medical care.

Emergency warning signs in children:


Emergency warning signs in adults:
o Fast breathing or trouble breathing
o Bluish or gray skin color
o Not drinking enough fluids
o Severe or persistent vomiting
o Not waking up or not interacting
o Being so irritable that the child does not want to be held
o Flu-like symptoms improve but then return with fever and worse cough

o Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
o Pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen
o Sudden dizziness
o Confusion
o Severe or persistent vomiting
o Flu-like symptoms improve but then return with fever and worse cough

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How to Prevent Contracting H1N1 Flu

* H1N1 vaccine is widely available. Get the latest information on vaccine allocation and shipment.
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Materials for distribution:

“What You Need to Know” PDF (2009 H1N1 “Flu Shot” Vaccine Information Sheet)

“What You Need to Know” PDF (2009 H1N1 LAIV “Nasal Spray Vaccine” Vaccine Information Sheet)
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Use our Flu Shot Locator to find vaccination sites where you live.




Seasonal Nasal (LAIV)


Seasonal Flu Shot

H1N1 Nasal (LAIV)




Minimum two weeks between vaccinations


May be given in same visit.

H1N1 Flu Shot




May be given in same visit.


May be given in same visit.

* H1N1 flu is spread in the same way that seasonal flu spreads. Flu viruses are spread mainly from person to person through coughing or sneezing by infected persons. Sometimes people may become infected by touching something – such as a surface or object – with flu viruses on it and then touching their mouth or nose.

* People infected with the seasonal or H1N1 flu shed virus may be able to infect others from 1 day before getting sick to 5 to 7 days after. This can be longer in some people, especially children or people with weakened immune systems.

* Take these everyday steps to protect your health:

Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.

Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also effective.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread this way.

Try to avoid close contact with sick people.

Stay home if you are sick until at least 24 hours after you no longer have a fever (100°F or 37.8°C) or signs of a fever (without the use of a fever-reducing medicine, such as Tylenol®). Read detailed information about how long to stay away from others.

Follow public health advice regarding school closures, avoiding crowds and other social distancing measures.

source:http://pandemicflu.gov/individualfamily/about/h1n1/index.html#what