Novel Influenza A (H1N1) Virus

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Fellow Iowan,

Public health is working hard to keep people from getting both seasonal influenza and novel influenza A (H1N1). While lots of activity is being done by public health at the local, state and national level to keep you and your community healthy - YOUR ACTIONS will have the biggest impact on keeping your family, friends, and other Iowans healthy.

I encourage you to get the seasonal influenza vaccine, and when appropriate, be vaccinated for the novel influenza A (H1N1) virus. Most importantly, remember the three C's:

• Clean your hands frequently;
• Cover your coughs and sneezes with a tissue or your sleeve; and
• Contain germs by staying home when ill.

Thanks for doing your part to keep all of us healthy this fall and winter.

Yours in health,

Dr. Patricia Quinlisk
IDPH Medical Director

For additional information:

Contact the toll-free Influenza Hotline at 1-800-447-1985, or
Use the "Contact Us" page to submit questions online.