Swine Flu Resources for Parents


Resources

  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: The CDC’s “Information for Concerned Parents and Caregivers” will help you identify the symptoms of Swine Flu and know what to do if your child gets sick. (CDC)
  • World Health Organization: To check what’s happening around the world, head to the World Health organization for official announcements. (WHO)
  • Health Map: On this site, you can view confirmed cases of Swine Flu on a visual map. Alerts will also send you to news articles for more details. (Health Map)
  • U.S. Food and Drug Administration: Select from a list of links to state health agencies to learn more about your state’s health policies. (FDA)
  • U.S. Department of Health & Human Services: Keep updated on U.S. cases of Swine Flu and watch Secretary Sebelius’ “PlanFirst Webcast on H1N1 Flu” for her answers to common questions.(Department of Health)
Ultimately, simply taking a few precautions to prevent the common cold, you will go a long way toward preventing H1N1 as well.

By Brooklyn Presta for Parents.com

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