Pandemic Influenza

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General Information

“With recent media reports on the potential of an influenza (flu) pandemic - which means a worldwide outbreak of flu – it is critical for citizens to stay informed on the possibility of a flu pandemic. Scientists think that the current H5N1 virus – which is called ‘bird flu’ and ‘avian flu’ may become a flu pandemic. Sedgwick County is working with federal, state, and other local government agencies to respond to pandemic influenza and to maintain essential health care and community services if an outbreak should occur. It is important to remember that should an outbreak occur, you will find the most up to date information by tuning into your local media and by visiting the Sedgwick County website, www.sedgwickcounty.org.

Preventing the Spread

Individual action and responsibility are necessary for the success of any measure. You should take action to protect yourself and your family, as well as the greater community through prevention techniques, especially if anyone in your family becomes ill. See the Pan Flu Toolkit below for flyers and posters to help spread the word about preventing the spread of influenza.

General Preparedness

Preparing Your Family
You can prepare for an influenza pandemic now. You should know both what can happen during a pandemic outbreak and what actions you can take now to prepare.
Create a Home Emergency Plan
Build a Disaster Kit
Learn to "Shelter in Place"
Make Your Home Safe
Know the Signs of Stress
Talk to your Kids
Key Differences between a Cold and the Seasonal Flu

Business/Local Government/Organizational Preparedness

Business Tool Kit

Business Forms

Sedgwick County Preparedness

Monthly Report - September 5, 2008

Sedgwick County Pandemic Influenza Plan

Other Preparedness

Volunteer -- Community Emergency Response Team
Volunteer -- Medical Reserve Corp
Neighborhood Distribution Centers

Pan Flu Toolkit

Flyers

Cover Your Cough Flyer
Keep extras on hand or post in your workplace to help remind others to stay healthy
Hand Washing Poster
Perfect for posting in your company's restroom
Cover Your Sneeze (Customers)
Cover Your Sneeze (Co-workers)

Fact Sheets

Preparing Your Family
You can prepare for an influenza pandemic now. You should know both what can happen during a pandemic outbreak and what actions you can take now to prepare.
Pandemic Flu
Learn the basic facts about the avian flu and pandemic flu
Gripe Aviar Pandemica
Key Differences Between Annual Flu and Pandemic Flu
Food Safety and Avian Flu
Current information on questions such as "Is it safe to eat poultry?"
Avian Influenza for Veterinarians
Pets and Such
Protect Your Backyard Flocks
If you keep chickens on your property, this information will help you ensure your flock and your family's safety.
Bird Biosecurity
Bird biosecurity means taking steps to protect your birds from disease.

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Other Community Resources:

Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
First Watch
Learn more about Sedgwick County's surveillance measures for early regular flu warnings
Medical Reserve Corp
Metropolitan Medical Response System

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