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H1N1 Flu 

The El Paso County Department of Health and Environment encourages anyone 6 months and older to receive H1N1 flu vaccination. H1N1 flu vaccination is the best way to prevent H1N1 flu. It is very important for people most vulnerable  to flu infection and complications, including children, to be vaccinated.  

Frequently Asked Questions

  • "H1N1 Flu and You:" From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Current Situation

  • El Paso County Flu Data
  • For Colorado, from the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment
  • For the United States from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

For the News Media

  • Seniors Are Focus of New H1N1 Flu Vaccination Clinics
  • H1N1 Flu Vaccination Clinic is Open at The Citadel
    • H1N1 Mobile Vaccination Clinic Coming to a Community Near You

H1N1 Prevention Flyers for Your Use

  • Flyer: If You Are Pregnant and Think You Have the Flu  
  • Flyer: Preventing the Flu: Good Health Habits Can Help Prevent the Spread of Germs  (English and Spanish)
  • Southern Colorado Clean Hands Campaign  Handouts, Flyers and More
  • H1N1 Flu and You: Brochure from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention  (English and Spanish)
  • Flyer: Seasonal and Novel H1N1 Flu: A Guide for Parents  (English and Spanish)
  • Poster: Stop: Do You Feel Sick?  (English and Spanish)
  • Poster: Will You Be Pregnant This Flu Season?  (English and Spanish)

H1N1 Prevention Posters for Your Use

  • 11-by-17 Poster: Preventing the Flu: Good Health Habits Can Help Prevent the Spread of Germs  (English and Spanish

Other Materials

  • Health Department Video: El Paso County, Colorado, is Fighting the Flu
  • Health Department Video: Facts about H1N1 Influenza (Swine Flu)
  • H1N1 Flu and You: Prepare with CDC Planning Checklist 

Advice for Everyone

  • What To Do If You Get Sick 

Advice for People in Schools, Businesses, Churches and other Settings

  • Public Health Director's Guidance to Parents
  • Checklist: Action Steps to Help Prevent the Spread of Influenza in Schools
  • SPANISH Checklist: Action Steps to Help Prevent the Spread of Influenza in Schools
  • Advice for Businesses from the Chamber of Commerce and El Paso County Health Department
  • Guidance for Businesses and Employers  from the U.S. Government

Information for Medical Providers

  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Guidance for Medical Professionals
  • Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment's  Guidance for Medical Professionals

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