Dear colleagues and community,

As the "A H1N1" (formerly "swine flu") virus is novel, having the latest recommendations for treatment and management, including infection prevention is a priority.   Recommendations are constantly in flux because of the evolving public health recommendations.  Many reliable sources are available including but not limited to CDC, CDPH (California Department of Public Health), and local public health department websites.  In addition, experts from your local hospitals have H1N1 information website links that may assist you in the understanding of this flu variant.  It is with this information that we as community members and healthcare workers can expand on and develop effective and timely infection prevention strategies.  

Remember  the overarching message:  cover your cough or sneeze, use tissues and dispose of them appropriately, and perform hand hygiene frequently if not more often.  

 

Thank you.