Influenza A (H1N1)

What  you can do to stay healthy

• Stay informed. The Department of Health will be issuing updates regularly as information becomes available.
• H1N1 Influenza is thought to spread mainly person-to-person through coughing or sneezing of infected people
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• 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. The Department of Health recommends that you stay home from work or school and limit contact with others to keep from infecting them.
• Follow public health advice regarding school closures, avoiding crowds and other social
• Find healthy ways to deal with stress and anxiety.