Health & Safety

Jackson County Association for Retarded Citizens, Inc.

Health & Safety

H1N1 Swine Flu

What is H1N1 Flu?
H1N1 Flu is a new flu virus causing illness in people. H1N1 Flu was first detected in people in the United States during April 2009. Florida's first case of H1N1 Flu was diagnosed on May 1, 2009. Visit www.myflusafety.com regularly for the most up-to-date information about H1N1 Flu in Florida.

What's the current status of H1N1 Flu in Florida?
The H1N1 Flu is causing illness in infected persons in Florida, the United States and countries around the world. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) expects that illnesses may continue for some time. As a result, you or people around you may become ill. If so, you need to recognize the symptoms and know what to do.

Where can I find the most current flu activity for Florida?
http://www.doh.state.fl.us/Disease_ctrl/epi/swineflu/Reports/reports.htm

Additional weekly reports can be found at
http://www.doh.state.fl.us/Disease_ctrl/epi/htopics/flu/2009/index.html

Disability Disaster Information

Get Prepared. Be a Survivor.

A disaster can strike at any time - sometimes without warning. It is important for every Floridian, especially citizens with disabilities and other special needs, to plan ahead for an emergency situation and know what to do in the event of an emergency.

Don't put off until tomorrow what you can plan for today!

For more information on:

Preparedness: Personal and Family Plans

Evacuations and Shelters

go to www. floridadisaster.org

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Updated: 3/4/2009

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