1. Create an emergency kit with supplies such as food water and other essentials.
2. Develop a family disaster plan.
3. Be informed about particular emergencies, how to shelter in place, and other information.  See the website links on the side panel.  

H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu)

What You Can Do to Stay Healthy?

Stay informed. Use credible websites for up-to-date information.  See the websites listed to the left.

Influenza is thought to spread mainly person-to-person through coughing or sneezing of infected people.

Get vaccinated when the H1N1 vaccine becomes available. Take everyday actions to stay healthy.

• 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 hands cleaners are also effective.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread that way.
• Stay home if you get sick. CDC recommends that you stay home from work or school and limit contact with others to keep from infecting them.