New Guide Available from U.S. Government for Community and Faith-Based Organizations Working to Help Americans Stay Healthy from H1N1 and Seasonal Flu, which is available for download at flu.gov and www.hhs.gov/partnership or in hard copy from the Department of Health and Human Services, highlights ways organizations can contribute to flu response efforts by:
Given the sobering idea, misguided by fear media that 40% of American Adults are "Absolutely Certain" They Will Get H1N1 Vaccine... this may not be a bad guide to keep around considering Hospital Beds Could Run Out in 15 States if only 35 Percent of Americans Get H1N1.Blog source DocuTicker
- Communicating health information effectively and quickly in a culturally relevant and trustworthy manner;
- Supporting vaccination efforts by encouraging people to get seasonal and 2009 H1N1 vaccinations according to federal recommendations and offering buildings and resources for vaccination distribution;
- Linking vulnerable and hard-to-reach populations to vital information and resources; and
- Expanding and adjusting organizational activities to help people stay healthy — for example, by supporting school-based flu response through child-care and youth programs, and ensuring healthy work environments for staff and volunteers.
