Information about Swine Flu

NYS Department of Health: Swine Flu (H1N1) Resources

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Swine Influenza (Flu)

Swine Flu (H1N1) Hotline

• 1-800-808-1987 (New York City residents call 311)

What You Can Do To Protect Yourself from the Flu

• Wash your hands often with soap and warm water. Alcohol-based hand cleansers are also effective.
• Avoid people who are ill.
• Stay home from work or school if you are sick.
• Use tissue when you cough or sneeze, and dispose of the tissue in a covered trash bin.
• Keep hands away from your face. Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
• Clean shared space more often such as phone receivers, keyboards, steering wheels and office equipment.
• Refrain from sharing personal items such as forks, spoons, toothbrushes and towels.

5/4/09