Just passing this on.  It would be good for each of us to have an action plan for our families, congregations, neighbors, friends even if you don't need it now.

 

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Mark Rouleau

Presbyterian Disaster Assistance

Swine Flu Update

Public health officials, including the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the World Health Organization, have confirmed that since Friday, April 24, an outbreak of Swine Influenza A (H1N1) or "swine flu" appears to have originated in Mexico where more than 100 people have died. Since Friday the flu has begun to spread rapidly across the United States -- it is now confirmed in California, Texas, New York City, Kansas and Ohio.

 

On Sunday, April 26, 2009, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services declared a public health emergency. The WHO has declared the swine flu outbreak a "public health event of international concern.

 

Resources for more information on Swine Flu

Centers for Disease Control: Swine Flu Updates Page.
Swine Flu Key Facts: Provides facts about Swine Influenza.
Swine Flu and You: Provides answers to questions about Swine Influenza.
Swine Flu Video Podcast: In this video, Dr. Joe Bresee, with the CDC Influenza Division, describes swine flu - its signs and symptoms, how it's transmitted, medicines to treat it, steps people can take to protect themselves from it, and what people should do if they become ill.

Find out how your congregation can prepare to respond to this crisis. Learn more.

 

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