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H1N1 and Our Schools
Today, valley wide parents and school staff will receive a recorded message from Dr. Bob about the how Swine Flu may be affecting them and their families. Dr. Bob is seeking to address the natural concern staff and parents have about recent events.
In addition, we at the Maricopa County Dept of Public Health seek to make resources available to eduators that will aid in our joint effort to clarify and promote what steps we all can take to stop the spread of ANY disease.
We will continue to keep you informed as we receive accurate information. In the meantime, thank you for your efforts and support.
Read message from Dr. Bob to parents, school staff, and students [PDF]
en Español [PDF]
Dr. Bob explains school closings related to recent H1N1 infections [Video]
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Practice Good Health Habits
Throughout the day you accumulate germs on your hands from a variety of sources: Shaking hands, wiping your nose, rubbing your eyes after working on your keyboard, opening doors, cooking surfaces, caring for babies, and animals. [Learn More]
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Current level of influenza pandemic alert raised from phase 4 to 5
Based on assessment of all available information and following several expert consultations, Dr Margaret Chan, WHO's Director-General raised the current level of influenza pandemic alert from phase 4 to 5. She stated that all countries should immediately activate their pandemic preparedness plans. At this stage, effective and essential measures include heightened surveillance, early detection and treatment of cases, and infection control in all health facilities. [More]
Revised guidance for Rapid Diagnostic Testing: ADHS has receive approval from CDC to test for Swine Flu in the office setting.
Click here for detailed information.
H1N1 Flu HOTLINE
602-263-8856
800-352-3792
24hrs/7days (bilingual)
Hotline operated by:
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Remember, we can all work to stop the spread of disease!
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