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PROTECT YOURSELF
FROM THE H1N1
FLU VIRUS
The H1N1 flu virus is different from regular
seasonal flu. This is a new strain of influenza
and humans have little to no natural immunity
to it. The H1N1 flu virus has spread quickly
around the world and in June 2009, the World
Health Organization declared it a pandemic.
Plan ahead
Learn how to recognize the flu symptoms
and when you need to see a health
care provider.
Get the H1N1 flu vaccine when it
becomes available.
Speak to your family and friends about
how you can help each other during the
flu season.
Stock up on essentials such as pain and
fever medications, and easy meals.
Have important phone numbers, such as
your doctor's or pharmacist's, on hand.
Get your H1N1 Preparedness Guide
For more information, download or order your
free H1N1 Preparedness Guide. It provides
important information about protecting
yourself and your family from the flu.
KNOWLEDGE IS
YOUR BEST DEFENCE
To learn more about:
► How to get the H1 Ni Preparedness Guide ► When to see a health care provider
► How to care for others who are sick ► The H1N1 flu vaccine
visit www.f i htf I u.ca
or call 1 800 0 -Canada (1-800-622-6232) TTY 1-800-926-9105
I + 1 Public Health Agence de la sante
Agency of Canada publique du Canada
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