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2009 H1N1 "Swine Flu" News

Local H1N1 News

CBS47 Special Report: H1N1 Treatments
H1N1 caused panic throughout the world as health officials scrambled to get a handle on the virus but there are businesses that thrive on this panic and fear. Video Video
Flu Clincs in Fresno County
H1N1 and Seasonal Flu vaccination will now be available to all interested persons at the Fresno County Department of Public Health in downtown Fresno two days each week.
More H1N1 Vaccines Recalled
The spray version of the Swine Flu vaccine has been recalled.
800,000 Doses of H1N1 Vaccine Recalled
Hundreds of thousands of doses of the swine flu vaccine are now being recalled after tests show the virus may not fully protect children against the virus. Video Video
H1N1 Vaccine Available to All Groups
The H1N1 flu vaccination is now available to all groups at public health department clinics.
Kings County Expands H1N1 Target Population
The Kings County Public Health Department has enlarged the target population for the H1N1 vaccine.
Fresno County Out of Seasonal Flu Vaccine
The Fresno County Department of Public Health has administered all of its available supply of seasonal flu vaccine due to unprecedented high demand early in the season.
Demand Remains High for H1N1 Vaccine
Demand remains high for the H1N1 vaccine so new clinics continue to be added around the Valley. Video Video
H1N1 Research Study
There are current results of a new study on the H1N1 Virus. Video Video
H1N1 Death
Tulare County has its second death from the H1N1 virus in ten days. Video Video
Photos
President Barack Obama Gets H1N1 VaccineSan Francisco Holds H1N1 Flu Clinic, Distributing Thousands Of VaccinesSwine Flu VaccinationBronx Clinic Gives Out H1N1 Vaccinations
Outbreak News
WHO says swine flu still hasn't peaked
The agency's emergency committee has suggested it is "premature" to recommend downgrading the global flu outbreak.



Important Information

Symptoms – The symptoms of Swine Influenza are similar to symptoms of regular human flu.
  1. Fever
  2. Cough
  3. Sore Throat
  4. Body Aches
  5. Headache
  6. Chills
  7. Fatigue
  8. Diarrhea
  9. Vomiting


Spreading the Virus – How do I keep from spreading Swine Flu
  1. Limit contact with others
  2. Stay home from work or school
  3. Cover mouth and nose when coughing and sneezing
  4. Wash your hands


Warning Signs – Seek urgent medical care if you experience any of the following.
  1. In Children
    • Fast breathing, trouble breathing
    • Bluish skin color
    • Flu-like symptoms improve but return with fever and worse cough
    • Fever with rash
    • Irritability that keeps the child from wanting to be held
    • Not waking up or not interacting
  2. In Adults
    • Difficulty breathing, shortness of breath
    • Chest or abdomen pain or pressure
    • Sudden dizziness
    • Confusion
    • Severe or persistent vomiting


Prevention – What should you do to keep from getting the virus?
  1. Wash your hands
  2. Drink plenty of fluids
  3. Eat nutritious food
  4. Manage your stress
  5. Plenty of sleep
  6. Be physically active
  7. Antiviral drugs (prescription medicines)
  8. Cover nose and mouth when coughing and sneezing
  9. Avoid touching eyes, nose or mouth
  10. Avoid close contact with sick people

County Links

Fresno County H1N1 Page

Kings County H1N1 Page

Madera County H1N1 Page

Mariposa County H1N1 Page

Merced County H1N1 Page

Tulare County H1N1 Page

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