H1N1 Novel Influenza (formerly known as swine flu)

State health officials are monitoring the H1N1 novel influenza situation closely. We will update this website as more Minnesota-specific information becomes available.

• H1N1 Novel Influenza Basics
  General information about H1N1 novel influenza, including how to protect you and your family.
  What is H1N1 Novel Influenza | Protecting Yourself and Your Family | Caring for the Ill at Home | Family Preparedness and Pandemic Influenza Resources
  


• H1N1 Novel Influenza Vaccine
  Basic information about this new vaccine, as well as all the details needed by anyone interested in ordering and adminstering the vaccine.
  
  
• H1N1 Novel Influenza Statistics
  H1N1 Novel Influenza A Activity Report - Minnesota.
  
  
• Print Materials
  Signs, posters, and other materials that you can print and use.
  
  
• Resources in Other Languages
  Materials and resources in languages other than English.
  
  

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• For Health Professionals
  Information specific to health care providers regarding specimen collection, submission, and treatment.
  

• For EMS, First Responders, Fire, and Law Enforcement
  Infection control information for public safety personnel.

• For Camps
  Guidance for various types of summer camps regarding H1N1 novel influenza.

• For Colleges and Universities
  Guidance for colleges and universities regarding H1N1 novel influenza.
  
  
• For K-12 Schools
  Information specific to K-12 school personnel regarding H1N1 novel influenza.
  
  
• For Childcare
  Frequently asked questions from childcare staff about the current H1N1 novel influenza outbreak.

• For Long-Term Care
  Information specific to long-term care facilities regarding H1N1 novel influenza.
  

• For News Media
  MDH novel influenza H1N1 news releases.