This is a Different Kind of Flu Season

H1N1 Flu - Seasonal Flu

Attention: School Boards and Principals

H1N1 and seasonal flu can take a real toll on your students. H1N1 has affected children and young adults at a greater rate than the regular seasonal flu. Almost half of the people hospitalized from H1N1 have been under the age of 24.  And even a mild case of H1N1 can have a significant impact. 

This year’s flu season is anticipated to be a long one, and may last throughout the winter. 

The single, most effective way to protect yourself against the flu is to receive both the H1N1 and seasonal flu shots.  The Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care is asking for your help in encouraging parents to speak to their children about getting vaccinated.

Here are some products that we hope will help you spread the word:

·       A letter to parents from Dr. Arlene King, Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health

·       Flu Shot Fact Sheets for parents

·       Flu Shot Article for school newsletters

All of these resources and more can be found by visiting: http://www.health.gov.on.ca/en/ccom/flu/h1n1/public/schools.aspx