Flu Information

In response to an intensifying outbreak in the United States and internationally caused by a new influenza virus of swine origin, St.Vincent Health (SVH) is proactively working with the Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) and the Indiana Department of Homeland Security (IDHS) to closely monitor human cases of the disease.

This site is intended to provide general information about North American Human Influenza A (H1N1) and ways our ministry is addressing the health issue.

For more detailed information, including the latest updates on the virus, please visit the Center for Disease Control’s website at www.cdc.gov.

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What you can do to stay healthy:

• Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hands cleaners are also effective.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread that way.
• Stay home if you get sick. CDC recommends that you stay home from work or school and limit contact with others to keep from infecting them.
• Follow public health advice regarding school closures, avoiding crowds and other social distancing measures.
• Develop a family emergency plan as a precaution. This should include storing a supply of food, medicines, facemasks, alcohol-based hand rubs and other essential supplies.

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