Latest H1N1 News from the CDC
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November H1N1 clinics cancelled;
vaccine redirected to SnoCo docs' offices
All mass vaccination clinics scheduled for Saturdays in November are cancelled. Instead, limited supplies of vaccine will be directed to Snohomish County medical providers whose patients are at high risk of complications from H1N1 influenza. No retail pharmacies and not all providers will have vaccine until the supply of vaccine improves.  <more info>

For up to date information and resources on the Flu
call Snohomish County Flu Line 425.388.5088 or
visit Snohomish County Health District click here

October 20, 2009
Information from the Snohomish County Health District indicates that influenza is widely circulating in Washington State.  Due to the time of year that we are seeing the flu it is highly likely that the majority of flu cases are H1N1 influenza. Illness with the new H1N1 virus has ranged from mild to severe.

We have not seen his type of flu virus in our lifetime.  With the regular flu, more of us have been exposed and have immunity.  None of us have immunity to this virus which could mean more people get sick.

The regular flu primarily affects the very old and the very young.  The information analyzed by CDC supports the conclusion that 2009 H1N1 flu has caused greater disease burden in people younger than 25 years of age than older people. 

WASH HANDS OFTEN ~ COVER YOUR COUGH ~  STAY HOME WHEN SICK

Keep children with fever home until at least 24 hrs after fever is gone without the use of fever-reducing medication

Have a plan in case your child has to be sent home from school due to illness - including updated emergency contacts

Talk to your doctor - Families with members that are in the "high risk" category should consult with their family physician for their recommendations. High Risk conditions include: Pregnancy; people with chronic conditions such as Diabetes, Asthma, or Obesity; those who have a blood disorder; Immune system compromised or suppressed, including HIV infection, and those on medication that suppresses the immune system; People over 65 years of age and the very young;  Anyone with Liver, Kidney or Heart problems; People with Neuro muscular disorders.  This list is not inclusive so if you are concerned that you may be high risk but are not sure consult your family Physician. These people are not more susceptible to the flu but once they have the flu are at higher risk for complications.