The Citizen's Common Sense H1N1 Flu Checklist

Other Resources

FLU.gov

Calvert County Health Department

Special H1N1 (Swine) Flu Clinic for Children

H1N1 & Pregnancy

Press Releases

Hospital issues new limits on children visiting (Oct. 9, 2009)

Hospital urges precautions during flu upswing (Oct. 1, 2009)

Hospital, county agencies get ready for flu season (Sept. 8, 2009)

If you have a Flu-Like Illness Including:

• Fever of 100°F (37.8°C) or higher and
• Cough or Sore Throat
• A healthy individual who is mildly sick should stay home and recover unless you develop Emergency Warning Signs (see below)
• If you are at risk for serious health complications or have concerns, contact your health care provider
• Always call your health care provider before you visit

Then Stay Home and CALL your Doctor

Emergency warning signs that need urgent medical attention include:

IN CHILDREN

• Fast breathing or trouble breathing
• Bluish skin color (for fair tones) and grayish skin color (for darker tones)
• Not drinking enough fluids
• Not waking up or not interacting
• Being so irritable that the child does not want to be held
• Flu-like symptoms improve but then return with fever and worse cough
• Fever with a rash

IN ADULTS

• Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
• Pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen
• Sudden dizziness or confusion
• Severe or persistent vomiting

Common Sense Precautions Include:

• Wash your hands often, especially after coughing, sneezing, and wiping or blowing the nose.
• Cover your mouth when coughing or sneezing.
• Use paper tissues when wiping or blowing your nose; throw tissues away after use.
• Stay away from crowded living and sleeping spaces, if possible.
• Stay home and avoid contact with other people to protect them from catching your illness.