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VA MidSouth Healthcare Network - Flu Season 2009/2010

Seasonal Flu Vaccination Program

Late summer traditionally starts the annual season for your VA Medical Center to begin offering the seasonal influenza vaccine.  Seasonal flu clinics are now open across VISN 9 and continue throughout the season.

H1N1 Flu vs. Seasonal Flu

Seasonal Flu is different from the H1N1 Flu (previously swine flu). For more information about H1N1 Flu go to http://www.publichealth.va.gov/swineflu/.

What else can I do to protect myself and others from the flu?

  • Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze, and dispose of the tissue afterward.
  • If you do not have a tissue, cough or sneeze into your upper sleeve.
  • Clean your hands after you cough or sneeze with soap and warm water or an alcohol-based hand rub, even if your hands are not visibly soiled.
  • If you get sick from the influenza virus, avoid exposing others. Stay home from work or school until your fever is gone and you feel ready to resume normal activites.

Don't get the flu. Don't spread the flu. Get Vaccinated. www.cdc.gov/flu

Related Links

VA Flu Website
VA Don't Pass It On Campaign 
Flu Information from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC)*
VA MidSouth Healthcare Network Home 

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