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This checklist will help you gather the information and resources you may need in case of a flu pandemic.
1. To plan for a pandemic:
- Store a 2-week supply of water and food.
- Ask your doctor and insurance company if you can get an extra supply of your regular prescription drugs.
- Have any nonprescription drugs and other health supplies on hand, including pain relievers, stomach remedies, cough and cold medicines, fluids with electrolytes, and vitamins.
- Talk with family members about how they would be cared for if they got sick, or what will be needed to care for them in your home.
- Volunteer with local groups to prepare and assist with emergency response.
- Get involved in your community to prepare for a flu pandemic.
2. To limit the spread of germs and prevent infection:
- Teach your children to frequently wash hands with soap and water, and model the correct behavior.
- Teach your children to cover coughs and sneezes with tissues, and be sure to model that behavior.
- Teach your children to stay away from others as much as possible if they are sick.
3. Items to have on hand for an extended stay at home:
Examples of Food and Non-Perishables |
Examples of Medical, Health, and Emergency supplies |
- Ready-to-eat canned meats, fruits, vegetables,
and soups
- Protein or fruit bars
- Dry cereal or granola
- Peanut butter or nuts
- Dried fruit
- Crackers
- Canned juices
- Bottled water
- Canned or jarred baby food and formula
- Pet food
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- Prescribed medical supplies such as glucose and
blood-pressure monitoring equipment
- Soap and water, or alcohol-based hand wash
- Medicines for fever (acetaminophen or ibuprofen)
- Thermometer
- Antidiarrheal medication
- Vitamins
- Fluids with electrolytes
- Flashlight
- Batteries
- Portable radio
- Manual can opener
- Garbage bags
- Tissues, toilet paper, disposable diapers
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www.pandemicflu.gov
Information produced by FMCSA: Office of Medical Programs
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