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 world, from World Health Organization (WHO)

For the News Media

H1N1 Flu Mobile Vaccination Clinic Changes Hours
Non-Safety-Related Voluntary Recall of Certain Lots of H1N1 Flu Vaccine
H1N1 Flu Vaccination Clinic is Open at The Citadel

H1N1 Mobile Vaccination Clinic

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
Flyer: Cover Your Cough: Poster in English (English and Spanish)
Flyer: Cover Your Cough: Poster in Spanish (English and Spanish)
Flyer: 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)
Flyer: Poster: Stop: Do You Feel Sick? (English and Spanish)
Flyer: 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

NEW: 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
Influenza pandémica: Preguntas y respuestas

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
CDC Travel Health Advisory: Take Precautions if Traveling

Information for Medical Providers

Center 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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