This checklist will help you gather the information and resources you may need and lessen the impact of an influenza pandemic on you and your family.
Review Date: September 03, 2010
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Having cancer does not put you at an increased risk for getting the flu. It does, however, put you at an increased risk of complications from the flu virus. Get the flu vaccine. It is your best protection against the flu.
Review Date: May 07, 2012
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Vaccines not only help keep your child healthy, they help all children by eliminating serious childhood diseases. Learn about the different types of vaccines and when your child needs to be vaccinated.
Review Date: January 31, 2013
American Academy of Family Physicians
The American Lung Association’s Faces of Influenza Web site offers personal stories of people affected by influenza (flu), a potentially deadly disease. Find out if you are at risk, learn myths and facts about flu vaccines, and where you and your loved ones can get a flu shot.
Review Date: August 03, 2010
American Lung Association
This chart can give you a general idea about your fever. However, always remember to consult your family doctor with questions about your individual condition(s) and/or circumstances.
Review Date: December 08, 2012
American Academy of Family Physicians
The 2012-2013 flu vaccine will be available starting in September and October 2012. Simply enter your zip code to find mapped locations, dates, times, addresses and phone numbers for clinics offering flu shots near you.
Review Date: January 31, 2013
American Lung Association
Flu prevention includes vaccination, frequent hand washing and staying home if you are sick. This document provides more treatment and prevention tips.
Review Date: March 18, 2011
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
For older people, especially those who have health problems such as diabetes or heart disease, the flu can be very serious, even life-threatening. Getting a flu shot every year can help you stay healthy.
Review Date: February 13, 2012
National Institute on Aging Information Center
In terms of childhood disease, the respiratory system is the most critical. Here are some tips from the AARC to help your child breathe easier.
Review Date: December 27, 2012
American Association for Respiratory Care
This document provides information on the inactivated (killed) influenza vaccine, given as a shot, and who should get it and when.
Review Date: August 05, 2010
Immunization Action Coalition
Personal hygiene and household cleanliness practices are important methods to reduce the risk of spreading infectious disease. Find fact sheets on many related topics including: creating a healthy household, antibacterials in household products, and how to fight colds.
Review Date: January 23, 2013
Alliance for the Prudent Use of Antibiotics
Changes to a pregnant woman’s immune system can make her more sensitive to the flu. Find out how to protect yourself, and your unborn child, from the flu.
Review Date: February 13, 2012
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Learn how to treat the symptoms of a cold or flu and when flu- or cold-like symptoms could indicate the need to seek professional help.
Review Date: November 02, 2012
American Academy of Family Physicians
