Flu

As fall turns to winter, it’s important to know how to find expert information about seasonal flu and the H1N1 virus. The following sites contain extensive, current information about both kinds of flu, plus information about immunizations.

Web sites

Here is a list of helpful Web sites:

Flu.gov
The federal government site provides comprehensive, up-to-date information about seasonal and H1N1 flu. This site, managed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, can help you identify and deal with symptoms, learn about vaccines (who is eligible, where to get them), and keep flu from spreading.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
The CDC site provides information about seasonal and H1N1 flu, including information about vaccines and information for specific groups (educators, parents and caregivers, people at high risk.
TRICARE Flu Resource site
Go to for detailed information about TRICARE coverage for flu vaccinations and for prevention and treatment information.
American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
The AAP site provides helpful information for parents about flu.

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Preparing for a Flu Pandemic

Flu.gov RSS Feed

Visit us daily for the latest news from Flu.gov.

WHO: Safety of Pandemic Vaccines
11/19/2009 3:30:00 PM Flu.gov RSS Feed for News Releases
To date, WHO has received vaccination information from 16 of around 40 countries conducting national H1N1 pandemic vaccine campaigns.

Questions and Answers: 2009 H1N1 and Pneumococcal Disease in the News
11/18/2009 4:00:00 PM Flu.gov RSS Feed for News Releases
Invasive pneumococcal disease is an infection caused by a type of bacteria called Streptococcus pneumoniae (pneumococcus).

Immune System of Healthy Adults May Be Better Prepared Than Expected to Fight 2009 H1N1 Influenza Virus
11/16/2009 9:30:00 AM Flu.gov RSS Feed for News Releases
A new study shows that molecular similarities exist between the 2009 H1N1 influenza virus and other strains of seasonal H1N1 virus that have been circulating in the population since 1988.

FDA Approves Additional Vaccine for 2009 H1N1 Influenza Virus
11/16/2009 9:30:00 AM Flu.gov RSS Feed for News Releases
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced that it has approved a fifth vaccine for protection against the 2009 H1N1 influenza virus.

FTC Warns Internet Peddlers that Marketing Unproven H1N1 Flu Products May Be Illegal
11/16/2009 4:30:00 PM Flu.gov RSS Feed for News Releases
The Federal Trade Commission last week sent 10 warning letters to Web site operators who made questionable claims that their products can prevent, treat, or cure the H1N1 flu, commonly known as swine flu.