H1N1 Swine Flu Information

H1N1 Swine Flu Information

H1N1 Flu vaccine update

This Page Last Updated: December 8, 2009

DOUGLAS COUNTY, OREGON
FLU ACTIVITY UPDATE
12/08/09 | 1 PM

H1N1 Priority Group Vaccination Clinic

The State of Oregon and Douglas County Public Health are partnering with Community Immunization Provider GetAFluShot.com to hold a clinic to provide H1N1 vaccine to the current priority populations.

H1N1 Priority Group Vaccination Clinic
Location	Date	Place	Time	Doses
Roseburg	Saturday, Dec 12	Douglas County Fairgrounds Douglas Hall	10 AM-4 PM	600

There is no charge to receive the H1N1 vaccination. Persons with health insurance should bring their insurance ID cards or proof of coverage to assist in the completion of forms.
No co-payments will be collected from anyone with insurance.
Various insurance will be accepted to cover the administration of the H1N1 vaccine, including: Regence BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Group Health Cooperative, Care Oregon, Clear Choice, ODS, Uniform Medical Plan of Washington and Aetna.
No one will be denied an H1N1 vaccination due to lack of coverage.
To find other H1N1 vaccine opportunities, call 1-800-978-3040 or go to www.flu.oregon.gov.

H1N1 vaccine continues to be delivered to Douglas County on a weekly basis with an average of 1,000-3,000 doses coming each week. “The December 12 vaccine clinic is a Saturday opportunity for people in the initial priority groups that have not been vaccinated, to get vaccinated,” said Dawnelle Marshall, RN, Douglas County Public Health Director. People age 6 months through 64 years with chronic medical conditions are strongly encouraged to be vaccinated as they are more likely to be hospitalized or die from H1N1. Children age 6 months through 9 years of age who need their recommended second dose of H1N1 vaccine may receive it at the clinic on December 12th, if it has been 28 days since the first dose.

Oregon continues to follow CDC’s guidance to prioritize individuals who are at greatest risk. The priority groups, in no particular order, include:

Children and young adults aged 6 months to 24 years
Pregnant women
People caring for, or living with infants, under 6 months of age
Adults 25-64 with chronic health conditions that may put them at risk for complications from influenza – such as asthma, immune deficiencies, lung or heart disease, and diabetes
Health care workers and emergency medical service providers
Front line law enforcement, corrections workers, firefighters, and 911 communications

GetAFluShot.com will also provide opportunity for seasonal flu vaccine at this clinic. Cost is $30.00; cash or check or some insurance is accepted. For more information see their website at www.getaflushot.com.

H1N1 Activity
Between September 1 and 1:30 PM on December 4, 2009, 1,258 hospitalizations and 57 deaths with positive lab tests for influenza were reported in Oregon. During this same period in Douglas County, 41 hospitalizations and 3 deaths with positive lab tests for influenza were reported. Current statistics and more information about flu activity are available on the Oregon Department of Human Services website at flu.oregon.gov Flu Statistics.

Where can I get more information?

Oregon Flu Hotline (toll-free) 1-800-978-3040 – for information and referral. People who don’t have access to healthcare may call the Oregon Flu Hotline to talk with a health information specialist at 1-800-978-3040.
Oregon Flu Website www.flu.oregon.gov for up-to-date information.
Health Department Website www.co.douglas.or.us/health for news releases and for links to resources.
Health Department Flu Info Line 541-464-3815

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DIFFERENCES BETWEEN COLD & SWINE FLU & SEASONAL FLU SYMPTOMS
SYMPTOM	COLD	SWINE FLU	SEASONAL FLU
FEVER	Fever is rare with a cold.	Fever is usually present with H1N1 in up to 80% of all flue cases. A temperature of 101°	Fever is common with the seasonal flu.
COUGHING	A hacking, productive (mucus-producing) cough is often present with a cold.	A non-productive (non-mucus producing) cough is usually present with H1N1 (sometimes referred to as dry cough).	A dry and hacking cough is often present with the seasonal flu.
ACHES	Slight body aches and pains can be part of a cold.	Severe aches and pains are common with H1N1.	Moderate body aches are common with the seasonal flu.
STUFFY NOSE	Stuffy nose is commonly present with a cold and typically resolves spontaneously within a week.	Stuffy nose is not commonly present with H1N1.	A runny nose is commonly present with the seasonal flu.
CHILLS	Chills are uncommon with a cold.	60% of people who have H1N1 experience chills..	Chills are mild to moderate with the seasonal flu.
TIREDNESS	Tiredness is fairly mild with a cold.	Tiredness is moderate to severe with H1N1.	Tiredness is moderate and more likely referred to as a lack of energy with the seasonal flu.
SNEEZING	Sneezing is commonly present with a cold	Sneezing is not common with H1N1.	Sneezing is common present with the seasonal flu.
SUDDEN SYMPTOMS	Cold symptoms tend to develop over a few days.	H1N1 has a rapid onset within 3-6 hours. H1N1 hits hard and includes sudden symptoms like high fever, aches and pains. Symptoms usually last 4-7 days, depending on the individual. Diarrhea is common.	Symptoms tend to develop over a few days and include flushed face, loss of appetite, dizziness and/or vomiting/nausea. Symptoms usually last 4-7 days, depending on the individual. Diarrhea is common.
HEADACHE	A headache is fairly uncommon with a cold.	A headache is very common with H1N1 and present in 80% of cases.	A headache is fairly common with the seasonal flu.
SORE THROAT	Sore throat is commonly present with a cold.	Sore throat is not commonly present with H1N1.	Sore throat is commonly present with the seasonal flu.
CHEST DISCOMFORT	Chest discomfort is mild to moderate with a cold.	Chest discomfort is often severe with H1N1.	Chest discomfort is moderate with the seasonal flu. *If it turns severe seek medical attention immediately!*
PREVENTION TIPS:
cough & sneeze into your elbow wash hands with soap and warm water for a minimum of 15 -20 seconds. Sing your abc's or happy birthday to you use hand sanitizer when soap & water are not available avoid touching eyes, nose or mouth without washing or using hand sanitizer first stay home if you are sick to avoid contaminating your co-workers

Click here to view the Umpqua Community College Pandemic Influenza Plan.

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