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H1N1 Flu
The H1N1 flu, or Swine Flu, is an infection caused by a virus. It is named Swine Flu because it is a virus that pigs can get, but the H1N1 flu is a virus that can people get as well as pass on to other people. The library has compiled a list of resources to keep you and your family healthy this flu season.

Illinois Flu Hotline

for non-medical questions

866-848-2094 (English)

866-241-2138 (En Español)

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Keep your sick kids home from school. Visit www.cdc.gov/h1n1 for more information.


 

General Information

Medline Plus
A medical overview of the H1N1 Flu, tips to staying healthy, and links to H1N1 information.

Flu.gov
One-stop access to U.S. Government H1N1, avian and pandemic flu information.

CDC - H1N1 Flu
National coverage of the H1N1 flu with weekly updates and statistics.

Local Information

Medline Plus Go Local
Local resources and organizations for the H1N1 flu.

Kane County Department of Health
Local information about the H1N1 flu and the flu vaccine

Illinois Department of Public Health
Information and resources for the H1N1 flu for the State of Illinois.

Information for Parents

Frequently Asked Questions: H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu)
When should you keep your child home and other questions answered by U-46.

Recommendations for Parents during H1N1 Outbreak
Information for parents from the Kane County Health Department

Resources for Parents and Caregivers
How to keep your loved ones healthy from the CDC.

H1N1 (Swine Flu) Video

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