H1N1 Flu Virus (Swine Flu)

The pandemic H1N1 flu, also referred to as swine flu, is a strain of the influenza A virus. It causes the same symptoms as seasonal flu: fever, cough, muscle aches, fatigue, severe headache, sore throat, lack of appetite, and possibly nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

Prevent the flu

	H1N1 flu vaccine clinics (You will need a wristband) Questions about the H1N1 vaccine (i.e. Does my child need a second dose?) How to prevent the spread of the flu virus Public Health Agency of Canada: Flu prevention checklist more…
Treat the flu
	Know when to stay home. Know when to seek medical attention Assess the severity of your child's flu symptoms Flu assessment centres Public Health Agency of Canada: Caring for someone who is sick

H1N1 in Ottawa

Incidences in Ottawa	Since September 2009

Ottawa residents tested positive for the H1N1 flu	379
Ottawa residents admitted to hospital	157
Ottawa deaths lnked to H1N1*	5
Updated: November 20, 2009 * Four people who died had chronic medical conditions.

If you have questions or concerns about flu-like symptoms you may be experiencing or adverse effects to the vaccine please call us at 613-580-6744.

If you have questions or comments about the operation of the H1N1 vaccination clinics or flu assessment centres, please submit online.

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H1N1 in Ottawa