Be Part of the H1N1 Influenza Prevention Team

Winnipeg Health Region staff are working to prevent the spread of influenza and treat those who become infected with it. Members of the public can play a crucial role in the H1N1 prevention effort. In addition to taking the usual precautions – washing hands, following cough etiquette, getting immunized – members of the public can take other steps. Here are some examples:

Stay Informed

Read up on H1N1 influenza. For up-to-date information about H1N1, please visit the following websites:

• Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
  
  
• Government of Manitoba
  
  
• Public Health Agency of Canada

Home Flu Kit

Prepare a home flu kit consisting of the following:

• Thermometer
  
  
• Facial tissues
  
  
• Soap and water
  
  
• Ibuprofen (e.g., Advil) or acetaminophen (e.g., Tylenol or Tempra). Do not give ASA (e.g., Aspirin) to children and teens.

Make Some Flu Buddies

Plan for someone to look after you or your children if you are ill, and offer to provide them with the same support. You should also identify family members, friends or neighbours who may be living alone and call them regularly to see if they need help dealing with the flu.

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