General Tips on the Swine Influenza (Flu)
AN IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM THE CHAMBER’S EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR CONCERNING THE SWINE INFLUENZA (FLU)
Swine flu or (H1N1) is headline news with photos and coverage of mild cases reported in the U.S. and more serious illness in Mexico. Is it time to quarantine the cube dweller who has been sneezing all morning? Not likely, seasonal allergies may be the culprit. Fear and gossip spreads quickly, wasting time, creating rumors and misinformation. Brush up on the facts and share the recommendations of health officials before your entire team starts to shun the poor guy with the runny nose.
Below, you will find some information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) (via our Business Watch Deputy Gary Missakian – Thanks Gary!), and some recommendations and tips if you’re a business traveler, as well as some basic fundamentals for washing your hands to stay germ-free.
As always, we encourage you to go onto the CDC’s official government website should you have any additional questions.
The below information is being provided for our Chamber membership and our greater business community as a courtesy. Should you need further information from a credible health source, please visit the CDC’s website.
Download the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Information Sheet
Download our CIC Handout: Tell Your Employees to Wash Their Hands
Download our CIC Handout: Traveling Business Class - The Swine Flu
Note: As of April 30, 2009, there are a total of 91 U.S. human cases of Swine Flu infection and one (1) death reported in Texas as a result of the swine influenza (flu).