Information about the Flu

A new and very different influenza virus called “2009 H1N1” flu has emerged and is causing illness in people worldwide. Scientists believe the new H1N1 virus will cause illness, hospital stays and deaths in the United States over the coming months.
This flu season may be more severe than usual because of the new H1N1 virus. This means that more people may become sick and more people may get seriously sick. Also, regular seasonal flu viruses will continue to spread and cause illness too.

View these important fliers distributed by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and The Oregon Department of Human Services (DHS):

Information about the Flu (CDC)

Pandemic Flu Planning Checklist for Individuals and Families (CDC)

Flu Vaccine Facts (DHS)

Pandemic H1N1 Flu Facts (DHS)

"Take 3" Steps to Fight the Flu (CDC)