H1N1 Case Summary as of Sept 11, 2009

• Thunder Bay District = 10 cases
• Ontario = 4,062 cases, 23 deaths
• Canada = 1454 hospitalized cases, 74 deaths
• Testing confirms that the H1N1 virus is currently the predominant strain of influenza in Ontario

Key Flu Prevention Messages

• Wash your hands often with soap and water or by using an alcohol-based (>60% alcohol) hand sanitizer.
• Cover your nose and mouth with your sleeve or a tissue when you cough or sneeze.
• Disinfect commonly used surfaces and avoid touching your face.  
• Stay home from school or work if you are sick. This will help prevent spreading illnesses to others.
• Get both your flu shots – seasonal flu clinics start in October and H1N1 flu clinics will likely begin in late November or early December.

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