Pandemic Flu ... What you need to know

Informative Websites:
State of Connecticut
PANDEMIC FLU TASK FORCE
www.ct.gov/ctfluwatch

Download PDF - Pandemic Influenza Planning: A Guide for Individuals and Families
"Pandemics are global in nature, but their impacts are local. When the next pandemic strikes, as it surely will, it is likely to touch the lives of every individual, family and community. Our task it to be sure that when this happens, we will be a Nation prepared."

Mike Leavitt, Secretary
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

U.S. Department of Health & Human Services - Pandemic and Avian Influenza Topics

Other Flu Websites:

Key Facts About Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) and Avian Influenza A (H5N1) Virus

Pandemic Flu
In The Event Of Pandemic Flu

What you need to know: An Influenza (Flu) Pandemic is a widespread outbreak of respiratory disease that occurs when a new flu virus appears.

To Prevent Spread of Illness

Cover your mouth and nose when you sneeze
Wash hands frequently with soap and water
Stay at home if you are sick.

Stay Calm. Local area health and emergency preparedness officials have procedures in place to protect and care for you and your family, remember when acesssing information, lines may be busy with a high volume of calls.

Remain at home. Do not immediately go to hospitals as you may put yourself t risk. Listen to local radio/TV stations for instructions.

Carefully follow instructions from local authorities including when and where to report acute illness.

Be Prepared - Pretend with your family that you have to practice "self-survival" for 5 - 7 days - what might you need? Non-perishable food and water, cash money, a good first aid kit, flashlights and battery powered radio, etc.

Some services may be interrupted or overwhelmed! These could include hospitals and other health care facilities, banks, stores, restaurants, government offices, post offices, utilities and even, fire, police and ambulances.

Stay Informed. Be Prepared
Local TV and Radio Stations:

WZBG 97.3 FM
WAPJ 89.9 FM
Cable 5, Cable 6, Cable 13
WTNH Channel 8
WVIT Channel 30
WFSB Channel 3
WQQQ 103.3 FM
TAHD Hotline 860-626-6640
INFOLINE 211
CDC INFO (English/Spanish) 800-232-4636
TTY 888-232-6348

* Hotline only available during emergencies