H1N1 Resources

"H1N1 was declared a pandemic virus by the World Health Organization earlier this year," stated Dr. Jason Eberhart-Phillips, State Health Officer and Director of Health for the Kansas Department of Health and Environment. "This means we can expect to find H1N1 in virtually every part of Kansas. Testing everyone with flu-like symptoms for H1N1 is no longer needed. What is needed is for people who are experiencing flu-like symptoms to stay home, rest and drink plenty of fluids so that they can recover without spreading the virus to others."

 

Kansas Department of Health and Environment - H1N1 resource page
You'll find a map of the virus transmission by County, list of symptoms to watch for, prevention tips, the state of Kansas' response, and Frequently Asked Questions about the H1N1 virus.

Centers for Disease Control - H1N1 resource page
You'll find a number of resources for different groups including:

  • Child care providers
  • Parents and caregivers
  • K-12 schools
  • College and universities
  • Businesses and employers
  • Persons with specific health conditions

 

Faith-Based and Community Organization Resources:

  • The Centers for Disease Control: www.flu.gov.
  • CDC checklist for Faith-Based and Community Organizations to use in preparing for a pandemic flu outbreak. Download the checklist as a PDF file. 
  • The Department of Health and Human Services: www.hhs.gov
  • Health and Human Services Center for Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships guide for H1N1.