Novel H1N1 influenza, also known as "swine flu", is a virus that can spread germs from people who are infected to others through coughs and sneezes. When people cough or sneeze, they spread germs through the air or onto surfaces that other people may touch. H1N1 flu symptoms are similar to seasonal flu symptoms. You can prevent the spread of H1N1 by:
- Covering your coughs and sneezes;
- Washing your hands frequently with soap and water;
- Staying home if you are sick with flu-like symptoms;
- Getting an H1N1 flu shot when it becomes available.
H1N1 Flu Shots
Ramsey County H1N1 Vaccine Clinics | H1N1 Vaccine Finder | Who Should Get an H1N1 Flu Shot | Vaccine Q & A: Setting the Record Straight | Vaccine Safety
Situation Updates
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General Flu Information
H1N1 Flu and You - English | Spanish
Staying Healthy When Flu is Around (pdf) | Flu Prevention 
Resources by Audience
Employees
Preparing for the Flu: A Communication Toolkit for Business and Employers | H1N1 Flu Resources for Businesses & Employers | Quick Reference Guide for Business and Employees (pdf) | Pregnant Women at Work (pdf) | Cover Your Cough Materials | Healthy Habits poster (pdf) | Managing Stress in a Public Health Emergency (pdf) | Full List MDH Print Materials
Families
What You Should Do If You or Family Member Gets Sick | Caring for Someone With the Flu | How Long Should I Stay Home | Flu Guide for Parents (pdf) | H1N1 and Feeding your Baby | Resources for Parents and Caregivers
Pregnant Women
H1N1 and Pregnant Women (pdf) | Resources for Pregnant Woman
Disease Prevention
Cover Your Cough | Wash Your Hands | Stay Home When Sick | Get Your Flu Shot | Why Don't We Do It In Our Sleeves 
Translated Materials
Novel H1N1 Flu: Protecting Yourself and Your Community | Full List
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H1N1 Public Service Announcements (PSAs) are currently available in audio, video and written formats
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American Sign Language - H1N1 Resources 
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Online Resources
Centers for Disease Control (CDC) | Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) | Emergency & Community Health Outreach (ECHO) | University of Minnesota - Extension | World Health Organization (WHO)
Public Health Emergencies
Family and Community Preparedness | Background Information on Influenza Pandemics
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