CDC reports the H1N1 is being managed well with two antivirals

From a news release, 9/26/2009 the CDC reported that almost all of the influenza viruses identified so far are 2009 H1N1 influenza A viruses. These viruses remain similar to the viruses chosen for the 2009 H1N1 vaccine, and remain susceptible to the antiviral drugs oseltamivir and zanamivir with rare exception.

Be well, be informed, be well informed.

Wikispaces for teachers!

Home with the Flu? Don’t Worry the Future’s Bright!

Students get an early start on your summer plans. Consider an internship/volunteer opportunity with the federal government. As soon as you can keep your eyes open long enough, view this exciting page! ( click here )  You will find future plans that will inspire your rapid recovery!

Action Steps for Teachers

Here is a straightforward and useful set of steps you can take to mitigate H1N1 now.

http://www.flu.gov/professional/school/teacherfactsheet.html

Elmo Wants to Talk to You (About the Flu!)

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The White House has enlisted Elmo on Sesame Street to help children understand the flu and healthy steps they can take to remain well.  A wonderful You Tube video can be viewed here for moms, dads, sisters and brothers to watch with the younger members of their household who might be a little scared.

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OKCPS Hosting Town Halls to Disseminate Information on H1N1 to the Public

Beginning tonight the district will be hosting town halls at varied sites throughout the city for questions, concerns, planning and response. For more information on the town halls please visit:

http://www.koco.com/health/20948219/detail.html

Here is the schedule of events posted thus far.

Sept. 16: U.S. Grant HS Auditorium

Sept. 22: John Marshall HS Auditorium

Sept. 23: Southeast HS Auditorium

Sept. 24: Rogers Middle School Cafeteria in Spencer

Sept. 29: Northwest Classen HS Auditorium

There will be spanish translation services available please disseminate widely.

Handwashing, Handwashing it’s simple!

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From the New York Times. Handwashing goes a long way to stave off the flu.

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H1N1 Vaccine Testing Begins In Oklahoma

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Oklahoman first to receive the H1N1 shot. Research still seeking volunteers!

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Oklahoma To Get Vaccines

Oklahoma to get 450,000 doses at first
Oklahoma expects an initial shipment of 450,000 doses of the swine flu vaccine, followed by weekly shipments of 250,000 doses.

“We are pleased this vaccine has met FDA expectations and are hopeful this important part of the process will provide for a speedy delivery of H1N1 vaccine to Oklahoma,” said state Health Department spokeswoman Leslea Bennet-Webb.

On the Radio

Please keep in the mind that radio news stations serve as an excellent source of up-to-the-minutel locally based H1N1 information. Below is a link that lists those stations throughout the state:

http://www.mondotimes.com/world/usa/radio.html?state=36

Be well, Be informed, Be well informed,

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