Onondaga County Flu Shot Clinic Schedule

What is H1N1 (swine) flu? An influenza virus, similar to the strains that impact many people during the winter months. Flu viruses also infect many other animals and mammals, as well as birds, and this strain causes a respiratory disease in pigs. It is related to human viruses, but influenza tends to stay in its own "host" species.

Related Links:

• CDC: Key Facts about H1N1 Flu
• World Health Organization
• NYC Health Department

Symptoms - The symptoms of H1N1 Influenza are similar to symptoms of regular human flu.

1. Fever
2. Cough
3. Sore Throat
4. Body Aches
5. Headache
6. Chills
7. Fatigue
8. Diarrhea
9. Vomiting

Spreading the Virus - How do I keep from spreading H1N1 Flu?

1. Limit contact with others
2. Stay home from work or school
3. Cover mouth and nose when coughing and sneezing
4. Wash your hands

Warning Signs - Seek urgent medical care if you experience any of the following.

1. In Children
• Fast breathing, trouble breathing
• Bluish skin color
• Flu-like symptoms improve but return with fever and worse cough
• Fever with rash
• Irritability that keeps the child from wanting to be held
• Not waking up or not interacting
2. In Adults
• Difficulty breathing, shortness of breath
• Chest or abdomen pain or pressure
• Sudden dizziness
• Confusion
• Severe or persistent vomiting

Prevention - What should you do to keep from getting the virus?

1. Wash your hands
2. Drink plenty of fluids
3. Eat nutritious food
4. Manage your stress
5. Plenty of sleep
6. Be physically active
7. Antiviral drugs (prescription medicines)
8. Cover nose and mouth when coughing and sneezing
9. Avoid touching eyes, nose or mouth
10. Avoid close contact with sick people