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Swine Flu Resources
An update on the status of the flu on the Gulf Coast.
Guests:
Dr. Susan Turner, Family Physician
Associate Director, Escambia County Health Department
Shannon Jacobs, M.A., M.P.H.
Administrator, Santa Rosa County Health Department
Resources:
County Health Websites in our Viewing Area
Escambia, FL- Santa Rosa - Okaloosa - Escambia, AL - Baldwin - Mobile
Florida Department of Health H1N1 Swine Flu
Florida's H1N1 Swine Flue Information
PandemicFlu.gov
One-stop access to U.S. Government H1N1, avian, and pandemic flu information
Center for Disease Control and Prevention - H1N1 Webpage
The World Health Organization - Influenza A (H1N1) Webpage
CDC: Preventing the Flu: Good Health Habits Can Help Stop Germs Fact Sheet
CDC Information for Concerned Parents & Caregivers
CDC Info for Specific Groups like Parents, Schools & Childcare Providers, etc.
Red Cross Influenza Fact Sheet
BrainPOP Swine Flu Cartoon from NOW
In response to the recent outbreak of swine flu, NOW is happy to share a free video from BrainPOP meant to educate children, parents, and teachers about the facts and misconceptions associated with the virus. The video explains what caused the virus, its symptoms, and precautions in a way that is easy for kids to understand.
This CDC StreamingHealth podcast discusses the use of antiviral drugs for treating and preventing the H1N1 flu virus.
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