Healthy Travel
Traveling 4 the holidays? Wash hands often & postpone travel if ill. Wait 24 hrs after fever is gone (w/o fever-reducing meds) to travel. CDC 800-232-4636.
Healthy Thanksgiving
Plan now to have a healthy Thanksgiving. Change traditional favorites to reduce calories, eat healthy snacks, & plan ways to be active. Call CDC 800-232-4636
H1N1 Flu
Spread the word! Tell friends & family to text 4HEALTH to 87000 to get these weekly H1N1 messages & impt health tips. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov
H1N1 Flu and Diabetes
People w/ diabetes have increased risk of illness from any flu. CDC recommends H1N1 & seasonal flu shot, not nasal spray 4 those w/ diabetes. CDC 800-232-4636.
Protect Infants from flu
Babies under 6 mos can't get flu vaccine & are at high risk 4 complications. If U care 4 or live w/ infants, get vaccinated to protect them. CDC 800-232-4636.
Relenza (Antiviral Drug)
Relenza (antiviral drug) is approved 2 treat 2009 H1N1 flu in adults & kids 7 yrs+ but only if no breathing problems or heart disease. Call CDC 800-232-4636.
Tamiflu (Antiviral Drug)
Tamiflu (antiviral drug) is approved to treat 2009 H1N1 flu in kids & adults. Liquid child dose & capsule adult dose. Call CDC 800-232-4636. http://m.cdc.gov.
Flu Antivirals
Antiviral drugs 4 treating flu work best if started w/in first 2 days of symptoms. Call CDC 800-232-4636. http://m.cdc.gov. To opt-out reply HEALTH QUIT.
Test smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors
Test your smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detector when u turn your clocks back on Nov 1; replace batteries if needed. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov.
Adult Flu Vaccination Recommendations
Adults 50+ need a seasonal flu shot. Healthy adults 50+ can delay an H1N1 shot until high risk groups get it. Call CDC 800-232-4636, http://m.cdc.gov.
Stay home if sick
If sick, stay home (except 2 get medical care) at least 24 hrs after fever is gone (w/o using fever-reducing meds). Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov.
H1N1 Flu Vaccine
Infants younger than 6 months of age are too young to get the 2009 H1N1 and seasonal flu vaccines. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov. Reply HEALTH QUIT to end.
H1N1 Flu Vaccine for Children
Children younger than 10 years should receive two doses of 2009 H1N1 flu vaccine. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov. Reply HEALTH QUIT to end.
H1N1 Flu Vaccine
2009 H1N1 flu vaccine is recommended for pregnant women. Side effects will likely be similar to seasonal flu vaccine: mild & localized. Call CDC 800-232-4636.
Take 3 Actions
CDC says to take 3 actions 2 fight flu: get vaccinated; stop germs & take antivirals if ur doctor says to. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov 4 more info.
Cover Coughs & Sneezes
Cover cough & sneezes to protect others. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov for more info. Reply HEALTH QUIT to end.
Safe Travel
Plan for a safe trip-check for any travel advisories. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov for more info. Reply HEALTH QUIT to end.
Flu Symptoms
Learn about flu symptoms-stay home if you are sick; call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov for more info. Reply HEALTH QUIT to end.
Seasonal Flu Shot
Encourage friends & family to get seasonal flu vaccine shot asap. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov for more info. Reply HEALTH QUIT to end
H1N1 Flu Activity
Flu activity is increasing in parts of U.S. So far, most flu is 2009 H1N1 flu. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov for more info. Reply HEALTH QUIT to end
Seasonal Flu
Encourage friends & family to get seasonal flu vaccine as soon as available. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov for more info. Reply HEALTH QUIT to end.
Seasonal Flu Vaccine
Get your seasonal flu vaccine now or as soon as it is available in your community. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov for more info. - CDC
Get plenty of sleep
Get plenty of sleep to stay healthy. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov for more info. Reply HEALTH QUIT to end. - CDC
H1N1 Flu
Share 2009 H1N1 flu info from CDC with friends & family. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov for more info. Reply HEALTH QUIT to end. - CDC
Seasonal Flu
Remember to get your seasonal flu vaccine; learn more at flu.gov. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov for more info. Reply HEALTH QUIT to end.
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Flu.gov
Get the latest science-based flu information at http://www.flu.gov. Call CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov for more info. Reply HEALTH QUIT to end.
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Salmonella
US GOV/HHS Health Alert: Check salmonella-related peanut butter recalls from FDA at http://www.fda.gov/oc/opacom/hottopics/salmonellatyph.html. More info CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov
Clean-up
US GOV/HHS Health Alert: Never mix bleach and ammonia to clean; the fumes can kill you. More info CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov
Mold Clean-up
US GOV/HHS Health Alert: See or smell mold? Clean it with 1 cup household liquid bleach per 1 gallon water. More info CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov
Candle Safety
US GOV/HHS Health Alert: If candles are all you have, place them in safe holders away from things that can burn. More info CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov
Carbon Monoxide Symptoms
US GOV/HHS Health Alert: Carbon monoxide can cause headaches dizziness nausea and death. If concerned seek help. More info CDC 800-232-4636 or http://m.cdc.gov
Carbon Monoxide Warning
URGENT safety alert from US Gov: Don't use generators/grills inside home, garage, carport. Carbon monoxide gas can kill! Call CDC 800-232-4636 for health info