Latest information on Swine Flu H1N1 outbreak

3 Nov 2009, 16.00 PM by glen

All agencies in Birmingham are following the guidance from the Department of Health, World Health Organisation and the Health Protection Agency. We are all working closely together to ensure that we monitor the situation and respond effectively where outbreaks occur.
We would like to emphasise:

There is no immediate cause for concern
The NHS message “catch it, bin it, kill it” will prevent spread of infection:
Catch it: Always carry tissues with you and use them to catch your coughs or sneeze
Bin it: Bin the tissue
Kill it: Wash your hands thoroughly and regularly

If you want more information then go to these websites:

NHS: Swine Flu
Health Protection Agency: Swine Influenza
UK Resilience: Pandemic Flu
Directgov: Swine Flu
Business Link: Swine Flu

Anyone who is experiencing flu-like illness should stay at home to limit contact with others, and seek medical advice from a local health professional or by using the National Pandemic Flu Service on-line or by calling 08001 513 513.

Working together for a resilient Birmingham.