Flu Resources

H1N1 Vaccinations Visit the Marathon County Health Department Web site for an up-to-date schedule of H1N1 community vaccination clinics. H1N1 Updates  Regular H1N1 Updates from the Marathon County Health Department: October 14, 2009 October 28, 2009 November 4, 2009 November 11, 2009 November 18, 2009
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Please visit the Wisconsin Pandemic Flu Resource Web Site for the latest news, information and updates on the H1N1 Flu Virus.

The seasonal flu  season is right around the corner, and the  H1N1 virus (Swine Flu) continues to be a major concern.

The best way to avoid coming down with the seasonal flu is to get vaccinated, and Aspirus VNA Home Health is holding a number of flu clinics in several communities. (Click here for schedule). 

Aspirus also continues to work closely with the Marathon County Health Department to stay on top of all the latest developments regarding the H1N1 virus (Swine Flu).

From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):

• What should I do if I catch the Flu?

  • You should stay home from work or school – and generally avoid going out in public – if you are sick with symptoms of the flu.

  • CDC now recommends that people with influenza-like illness remain at home until at least 24 hours after they are free of fever (100° F [37.8°C]), or signs of a fever without the use of fever-reducing medications.

  • Call before you go to clinic or hospital, except for life-threatening symptoms Call first to see if y ou need to actually see your provider in person. If you do need to see your provider, steps can be taken to avoid exposing other patients to the flu.

• Seek Emergency Care If your child experiences any of the following:

  • Fast breathing or trouble breathing.

  • Bluish or gray skin color.

  • Not drinking enough fluids.

  • Severe or persistent vomiting.

  • Not waking up or not interacting.

  • Being so irritable that the child does not want to be held.

  • Flu-like symptoms improve but then return with fever and worse cough.

• In adults, emergency warning signs that need urgent medical attention include:

  • Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath.

  • Pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen.

  • Sudden dizziness.

  • Confusion.

  • Severe or persistent vomiting.

  • Flu-like symptoms improve but then return with fever and worse cough.

For more home care recommendations and other information from the CDC about the H1N1 Flu, visit the CDC Web site.