H1N1 Influenza A Information
For the latest on the H1N1 Influenza A (new variant) caused by the H1N1 virus — and for personal precautionary measures — visit the KFL&A Public Health website.
KFL&A Public Health has made it a priority to vaccinate those at high risk for developing complications if they contract the H1N1 virus. See the link to the KFL&A H1N1 Immunization Clinics at right for the free clinic schedule.
THOSE AT HIGH RISK INCLUDE:
- People under 65 with chronic conditions;
- Healthy children 6 months to under 5 years of age;
- Health care workers,
- Household contacts and care providers of persons at high risk who cannot be immunized or may not respond to vaccines, and
- Pregnant women.
If you fit this criteria, you are urged to get the vaccine as soon as possible.
The City is working closely with KFL&A Public Health to monitor the situation and implement appropriate action as necessary over the course of this public health concern. The KFL&A's H1N1 Influenza A Info Line at 613-549-5923.
FEEL ILL?
Call TeleHealth Ontario (1-866 797-0000) if you are suffering from these symptoms:
- Fever
- Cough
- Sore throat
- Shortness of breath
- Muscle and joint pain
- Extreme tiredness
- Runny nose
- Nausea, vomiting and diarrhea
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:
- KFL&A Public Health
- Ontario Ministry of Health
- Public Health Agency of Canada
- World Health Organization
