H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu)
Overall flu activity continues to decrease, but both H1N1 and seasonal flu viruses are expected to continue to rise and fall for several months. With continuous prevention, you can reduce the risk of infection in your home.
H1N1 Flu Overview
H1N1 is a virus that spreads from person-to-person contact. Learn about the symptoms and latest developments.
Prevention & Treatment
Parents and educators are very concerned about the impact of H1N1 on children this fall.
H1N1 Flu Vaccine
A new vaccine is available, but in short demand. Learn about testing procedures and the different types of vaccine.
H1N1 Flu & Schools
Schools are developing their action plans for managing possible and confirmed cases of H1N1.
H1N1 Flu Reported Cases
Get information on the latest developments in suspected and confirmed cases of H1N1 in the U.S. and Worldwide.
La Influenza H1N1
La influenza H1N1 ("el gripe porcina") es un virus que se propaga de persona a persona.
Frequently Asked Questions About H1N1 Flu
Joseph A. Bocchini Jr., MDPediatrician, chair of the AAP Committee on Infectious Diseases, and chief of pediatric infectious diseases at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center.
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Choose a state to find state-specific flu planning and response information. Read about the current status of monitoring and reporting H1N1 cases in the United States.
Additional Content
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Should You Give Your Child the Swine Flu Vaccine?
Should parents vaccinate their children against the swine flu virus? Here's what you need to know.
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What Teachers Need to Know About Swine Flu in the Classroom
Here are 10 ways that teachers can ready classrooms and students for swine flu this fall.
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Keeping Them Safe Without Scaring Them Silly: How to Talk to Kids About Swine Flu
Between the vaccines and the canceled field trips are a lot of anxious kids wondering what's going on. What should you...
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Swine Flu
Many experts have predicted that the H1N1 virus (swine flu) will hit schools and communities hard this fall. With a...
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Swine Flu Vaccine Testing: What You Need to Know
Here is a vaccine timeline, including steps already taken and those that remain, according to the WHO.
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AASA collaborated with Education.com on this H1N1 special edition.
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