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Important Information about the H1N1 Flu

Precautions to take to prevent the spread of H1N1 Flu

Wash hands frequently with soap and water or use alcohol based gels

Avoid holding, hugging, kissing, or shaking hands with anyone who has a cold or the flu

Avoid touching your nose, mouth or eyes

Cough or sneeze into a tissue, or into your elbow instead of your hands

Clean things that are touched often like door handles and telephones

Try to avoid close contact with sick people.

Symptoms of the H1N1 Flu

They are very similar to seasonal flu. The most common symptoms include fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. Some people also have diarrhea and vomiting.

For more information regarding safety this flu season, call the Massachusetts Department of Public Health at (617) 983-6800, or visit MA Dept. of Public Health Website on Influenza.
 

Printable Documents on H1N1 Care and Prevention:

8 Ways You Can Stay Healthy at Work (.pdf - 1 page)

Flu Guidance for Congregate Care Facilities (.pdf - 10 pages)

H1N1 FAQ (.pdf - 9 pages)

Management of H1N1 in MA DDS Facilities and Community, Residential and Day Service Programs (.pdf - 5 pages)

H1N1 FAQ At A Glance (.pdf - 1 page)

 

 

About Better Community Living

Providing the opportunity to live, work and learn, Better Community Living supports adults and children with disabilities to be valued members of the Greater New Bedford community. All supports are family-centered, culturally sensitive, community-oriented and well-coordinated.

Better Community Living provides residential, community, vocational, individual and family support programs to adults and children with developmental disabilities and their families. Each person is supported in becoming a productive member of his/her community and building an ever-widening circle of friends.

Our programs serve excellence through guidance, instruction, companionship and full integration into the surrounding neighborhood. By encouraging choices each individual can create a healthy, happy home and is offered opportunities to reach his/her dreams.