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H1N1 Influenza
What You Need To Know
Symptoms of H1N1 Influenza
Symptoms of H1N1 Influenza in people are no different from symptoms that people get when infected with the human viruses:
- Fever (often high)
- Cough
- Body aches
- Headaches
- Sore Throat
- Fatigue
- Runny or stuffy notes
- Vomiting and diarrhea may also occur
Individuals experiencing respiratory problems and a fever should go to their primary care provider.
Preventive Action
People are advised to continue to take normal precautions to avoid respiratory illness:
- Frequently wash your hands
- Cover your cough with your sleeve
- If you are sick, go see your doctor but otherwise try not to go out and expose others to your illness
Resources
A call center has been established for those with questions about swine flu. (800) 978-3040 or www.oregon.gov. The call center does have bilingual staff on site.
For additional information about the current influenza outbreak, see http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/. This information is also available by calling 1-800-CDC-INFO (1-800-232-4636)
Pandemic Flu Planning Checklists for individuals & families, workplace, schools and community organizations are available at http://www.pandemicflu.gov/plan/checklists.html
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