Prevention - What can I do to protect myself from H1N1 influenza?

 

Vaccination

Vaccination is the very best way to protect yourself and those you care about from the flu.  The H1N1 vaccine is made by the same process and manufacturers as the seasonal flu vaccine.  Continuous testing shows that the H1N1 vaccine is safe and effective for everyone, including pregnant women and children older than 6 months.  There are no priority group restrictions for receiving the vaccine.

 

Vaccinations are available at:

 

Jackson County Public Health

1005 E. Main Street, Building A (Please use the entrance at the back of the building)

Medford, Oregon 97504

Monday - Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

541-774-8209

 

Take these simple steps

·         Cover your cough or sneeze

·         Wash your hands often with soap and water or alcohol-based cleaners

·         Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth.  Germs spread this way.

·         Try to avoid close contact with sick people.

·         If you are sick with flu-like illness, stay home to keep others from getting sick

 

For prevention tips, view our brief education video on flu prevention.

For "Cover Your Cough" posters, visit: http://www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/covercough.htm

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