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    How to care for a loved one with the FLU

    Posted 10:04 AM 3/29/2010

    Home Care for Pandemic Flu

    What is Pandemic Flu?

    A "pandemic" is a disease that spreads all over the world and affects a large number of people. If you are caring for a loved one during a pandemic, it's important to take steps to protect yourself and others.  Always follow (More)


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    How you can help prevent the spread of colds or flu

    Posted 10:49 AM 3/24/2010

    KEEP YOUR HANDS CLEAN - Wash with soap and water or use alcohol-based hand rubs.

    COVER COUGHS AND SNEEZES and dispose of used tissues promptly.

     

    KEEP SURFACES CLEAN - Make sure to clean all surfaces touched by you (More)


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    Flu Facts Sheet

    Posted 10:30 AM 3/24/2010

    Flu should never be dismissed as “just the flu.” Both seasonal and H1N1 flu can cause serious disease, and although most cases are mild, some can be deadly. Flu viruses are thought to spread mainly from person to person and mostly through coughing or sneezing. Flu season is not over (More)


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    Protect Yourself from H1N1 Flu and Seasonal Flu

    Protect Yourself from H1N1 Flu and Seasonal Flu

    Posted 9:21 AM 10/1/2009

    The Health Department is preparing for an unusual flu season. As you may know, the new H1N1 flu emerged in the spring and now is a pandemic, circulating all over the world. Fall also will bring seasonal flu back to our community.

    That means we will soon have two distinct flu viruses in the (More)


H1N1 Related News Stories

  • Flu shot clinic today in Colorado Springs

    October 24, 2011

    Penrose-St. Francis Health Services is hosting two public flu shot clinics this week at Penrose Community Urgent Care. That's at 3205 N. Academy Blvd. Monday, October 24 from 4-6 p.m. Wednesday, October 26 from 4-6 p.m. It's $25 for a flu shot and $30 for Flumist, that's while... more »
  • Flu shot clinics in Custer County

    October 12, 2011

    There are several upcoming flu shot clinics in Custer County. Tonight 5-7 p.m. Custer County Clinic Conference Room 704 Edwards Street, Westcliffe Friday, October 14th 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Custer County School Multi Purpose Room 709 Main Street, Westcliffe Thursday, October 20th 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.... more »
  • Woman's recovery from H1N1 is a daily battle

    April 10, 2011

    A woman from Canon City is still fighting the effects of the H1N1 virus after it almost killed her 2009. In October of that year, Kayla Kammrad broke her foot and went to St. Thomas More Hospital in Canon City. She had spiked a fever and a couple of... more »
  • Some kids need 2nd flu shot

    February 16, 2011

    DENVER (AP)-State health officials say a second flu shot is now due for some children if this is the first season they've had the vaccination. The health department issued a reminder this week that children between 6 months and 8 years old who are in that category should get... more »
  • Final day for free Pueblo flu shots

    February 9, 2011

    Today is the final day for free flu shots in Pueblo County. The immunizations are available 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., at the following locations: * J.B. Pharmacy, 915 W. Northern Avenue * Blende Drug, 1910 Santa Fe Drive * The Prescription Shop, 1728 S. Prairie Avenue ... more »
  • Finland: link between swine flu shot, narcolepsy

    February 1, 2011

    HELSINKI (AP)- Finnish health officials say they have found an increased risk of narcolepsy among 4 to 19-year-olds who were given swine flu shots. The National Narcolepsy Task Force says a preliminary study indicates that children vaccinated with Pandemrix "contributed to the observed increase in incidence of narcolepsy" compared... more »
  • Three strains of flu circulating

    December 3, 2010

    There are three strains of flu circulating this year, but experts at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say getting one flu shot should give you all the protection you need. The year new recommendations released today suggest everyone over six months of age should get a flu... more »
  • Fewer Americans getting flu shots

    October 29, 2010

    One-third of Americans say they will not get a flu shot this year, according to a new survey from Consumer Reports. Reasons for skipping the shot included concerns about side effects and safety, and the belief that fears about last year's pandemic were overblown. Thirty-seven percent of those... more »
  • Researchers take new approach to block influenza

    October 26, 2010

    Imagine a day when we no longer have to battle the flu each year. It could be coming, thanks to a team of scientists and students at Brigham Young University. David Busath, biophysics professor at BYU, and his team of researchers used a 16-ton magnet to give the virus... more »
  • Flu vaccines safe for those with egg allergies

    October 15, 2010

    Flu vaccines are grown in chicken eggs--problematic for people allergic to eggs. But this flu season, people with egg allergies shouldn't be worried about getting the seasonal influenza vaccine, which includes protection against H1N1, experts say. A new study found that the vaccines are safe for people with egg... more »

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