2010 Updates on H1N1 Flu Virus (Swine Flu)
February 2, 2010
Updated H1N1 Vaccination Information:
Cancelled—Third H1N1 Vaccination Clinic at Gar-Field High School Scheduled for February 6.
Clinic for All Ages
Gar-Field High School Clinic (14000 Smoketown Rd, Woodbridge VA) will Be Open:
Saturday, February 6, 2010 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon. Cancelled
Over the past several months, Prince William Health District, in partnership with Virginia Department of Health (VDH) and local clinicians, has focused its H1N1 vaccination efforts on individuals in the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s high risk groups. VDH is now recommending that all Virginians get the H1N1 vaccination.
If you have not yet gotten vaccinated, now is the time.
H1N1 vaccine is available at a variety of locations including physician offices, pharmacies, and Prince William Health District offices in Manassas and Woodbridge. A useful tool to find vaccine locations is the flu vaccine locator tool on VDH’s website (www.vdh.virginia.gov).
The vaccine is available at no cost at all local health departments.
Manassas Walk-In Clinic (9301 Lee Ave., Manassas) will be open:
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
- Tuesday from 7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Woodbridge Walk-In Clinic (4001 Prince William Parkway, Woodbridge) will be open:
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
- Tuesday from 7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Senior Citizen Days
Woodbridge Senior Center: 13850 Church Hill Drive, Woodbridge, VA
- Wednesday, February 3, 2010 from 9 to 11 a.m.
Manassas Senior Center: 9320 Mosby Street, Manassas, VA
- Thursday, February 4, 2010 from 9 to 11 a.m.
Both the injectable and Live Attenuated Intranasal Vaccine (LAIV), also known as FluMist, forms of the vaccine will be available at all clinic locations.
Please note that all dates and times are subject to change based upon availability of vaccine, clinic access, weather and holidays.
Information regarding when clinics will be open or closed and the type of vaccine available will be posted on the VDH Web page and on the Health Department information line: 703.792.6345.
Monday, January 4, 2010
Virginia among states reporting widespread influenza activity.
The CDC reports that influenza activity decreased slightly during December 20-26 in the United States. However, there are four states reporting widespread influenza activity: Delaware, Maine, New Jersey, and Virginia.
Visits to doctors for influenza-like illness (ILI) nationally increased slightly this past week over the previous week. According to CDC, this is the first increase in this indicator after eight consecutive weeks of national decreases. The increase in the percentage of visits to doctors for ILI during this period is likely influenced by fewer people going to the doctor for routine health care visits during the holiday season, as has occurred during previous seasons.
Parents are advised to continue to remind their children of proper handwashing technique, and to cover their coughs or sneezes.
Friday, December 11, 2009
Updated H1N1 Vaccination Information.
Friday, December 4, 2009
View H1N1 flu vaccination clinics and schedules for December 2009.
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Pneumococcal Vaccination Recommended To Help Prevent Secondary Infections
In addition to the seasonal and H1N1 flu vaccines, State Health Commissioner Karen Remley, M.D., MBA. advises that the pneumococcal vaccination is a good idea for those with health conditions that put them at higher risk for complications and illness.
Read the news release from the Virginia Department of Health.
Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Wall-mounted hand sanitizing dispensers to be installed in schools.
In an effort to remain proactive in the control the H1N1 virus and to ensure the safest educational environment for the students and staff of Prince William County Public Schools, the Office of Facilities Services will begin installing wall-mounted hand sanitizing dispensers in our schools on December 3. This installation will take several weeks to complete in all schools.
The dispensers will be in addition to the portable 12 oz. containers of hand sanitizer that are already in use at our schools. These new wall-mounted dispensers will be placed in strategic locations of the school where it may not be convenient for hand washing, such as the media center (library), cafeteria, and computer lab.
As a reminder, the best way to fight the spread of the H1N1 virus is through good personnel hygiene such as proper hand washing. Hand sanitizers are being placed in the schools to support hand washing practices, not to replace them.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
Second H1N1 Vaccination Clinic at Gar-Field High School Scheduled for Dec. 5.
A second vaccination clinic for H1N1 influenza has been scheduled at Gar-Field High School, 14000 Smoketown Road, Woodbridge, on Saturday, December 5 from 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Both the injectable and Live Attenuated Intranasal Vaccine (LAIV), also known as FluMist, forms of the vaccine will be available at this location.
These clinic will target the groups recommended by the CDC.
Additional information and clinics.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
H1N1 Vaccination Clinic at Gar-Field High School Nov. 21.
A vaccination clinic for H1N1 influenza has been scheduled for target groups recommended by the CDC at Gar-Field High School, 14000 Smoketown Road, Woodbridge, on Saturday, Nov. 21 from 9 a.m.–1 p.m.
Friday, November 6, 2009
Memorandum of Agreement continues strong working relationship with the Prince William Health District
The Prince William County Public School Division (PWCS) continues to work in concert with the Prince William Health District (PWHD) in monitoring the H1N1 virus in the community. The School Division is in communication on a daily basis reviewing attendance data and discussing other health-related matters. In addition, PWCS assists in publicizing important health-related announcements and news items from the PWHD, such as vaccination information.
The PWHD decided to hold their public vaccination clinic at Manassas Mall to distribute the limited number of vaccine doses they have received. As has been the case since the beginning of this pandemic, the School Division is standing by to assist the PWHD in any way possible.
At the November 4 School Board meeting, a formal Memorandum of Agreement was adopted. At this point, there is no set time for the PWHD to administer H1N1 vaccinations in Prince William County Schools. Any decision to do so would be made by the PWHD, and the agreement formalizes how those arrangements could be quickly facilitated.
Presently, students may obtain their H1N1 vaccine through the Manassas Mall clinics which are held Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday, depending on vaccine availability. Every Wednesday, the clinic at Manassas Mall is dedicated to vaccinating children in our community. In addition, the PWHD has been notified that over 62 medical practices in our community have received limited amounts of H1N1 vaccine.
Please know that the health and safety of all of our students and staff is of paramount importance to PWCS and PWHD.
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Prince William Health District has been notified that to date over 65 health care providers within Prince William County, Manassas City, and Manassas Park have received over 20,000 doses of 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccine.
The Manassas Mall vaccination clinic will be open on Friday November 6, 3–7 p.m.; Saturday November 7, 12–4 p.m.; Monday November 9, 3–7 p.m.; Friday November 13 3-7 p.m.; and Saturday November 14, 12–4 p.m. This clinic will target the CDC at risk groups and will provide the Live Attenuated Intranasal Vaccine (LAIV), also known as FluMist, and the Injectable form of the vaccine.
The clinic will be CLOSED Wednesday November 11 in observance of Veterans Day.
In addition, the Friday November 13 clinic will specifically target Prince William County, Manassas City, and Manassas Park students including private school, home school, and day care children. Please be aware that all clinics are dependent on vaccine availability.
Information regarding when clinics will open or closed and the type of vaccine available will be posted on the Prince William Health District website at www.pwcgov.org/h1n1 and on the health department information line 703.792.6345.
Monday, November 2, 2009
Prince William Health District (PWHD) has been notified that to date over 65 health care providers within Prince William County, Manassas City, and Manassas Park have received over 20,000 doses of 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccine.
Please inquire with your health care provider regarding the availability of 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccine. PWHD expects that all health care providers who have ordered the vaccine will begin receiving shipments within the next couple of weeks.
The Manassas Mall vaccination clinic will be open on Wednesday, November 4, Friday, November 6, and Saturday, November 7. These clinics will only be able to provide the Live Attenuated Intranasal Vaccine (LAIV) also known as FluMist.
In addition, the Wednesday, November 4 clinic will specifically target Prince William County, Manassas City, and Manassas Park students including private school, home school, and day care children. Please be aware that all clinics are dependent on vaccine availability.
Read more details and download forms.
Friday, October 30, 2009
The Manassas Mall vaccination clinic will be open for Saturday October
31st from 12pm through 4pm and Monday November 2nd from 3pm through 7pm.
The Prince William Health District has received a limited supply of injectable and LAIV H1N1 vaccine.
This clinic will target the CDC at risk groups. In addition, this clinic
will target Prince William, Manassas City and Manassas Park private
school and home school students. Please be aware that all clinics are
dependent upon vaccine availability.
Check the Prince William Health District website at www.pwcgov.org/h1n1 for the full update.
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
The Manassas Mall vaccination clinic will NOT be open on Wednesday October 28th and Friday October 30th. A decision about the Saturday October 31st clinic will be made later this week. Please check back often.
Information regarding when clinics will open or closed and the type of vaccine available will be posted on the Prince William Health District website at www.pwcgov.org/h1n1 and on the health department information line 703.792.6345.
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Prince William Health District update on distribution of 2009 H1N1 vaccine. Read more...
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
School attendance being closely monitored for effects of H1N1 virus. Read more...
Manassas Mall vaccination clinic will not be open on Wednesday, October 21.
Hillendale Fire House vaccination clinic has been cancelled until further notice.
Friday, October 16, 2009
PWCS Continues to Closely Monitor H1N1 Virus in Schools. Read more...
Newly Updated Vaccination Site Information from the Prince William Health District. Read more...
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Detailed Vaccination Site Information from the Prince William Health District. Read more...
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
The Prince William Health District has asked the School Division to share with the public that the Health District is providing free, voluntary vaccines for the H1N1 influenza virus (also known as swine flu) at two sites listed below. Initially, these clinics will be open to target groups identified by the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), including children starting at 6 months of age to young adults up to age 24. Parents/guardians must complete and sign a consent form in order for their child to receive vaccine. To decrease the waiting time at the clinic, please bring the signed and completed form with you.
For detailed information about the clinics, please go to the Prince William Health District Web page.
October 9, 2009
H1N1 and Seasonal Flu: What You Should Know About Flu Antiviral Drugs
The CDC provides information and advice about antiviral drugs, such as what the benefits are to taking them, who should take them, and how long they should be taken.
September 15, 2009
The Virginia Department of Education (VDOE), in cooperation with the Virginia Department of Health, has produced brief videos to inform parents and educators of the steps they can take to prevent the spread of H1N1 A and seasonal influenza in schools. Please view “H1N1 for Parents” (length 3:05) and the companion video “H1N1 for Educators” (length 3:54) which describes the steps schools should take to protect the health of students and staff. Videos are on the VDOE Web site.
Due to the ongoing nature of communications of H1N1 (Swine Flu), we have created an H1N1 Intranet site called, “H1N1 Communication Updates to Staff.” Please check this page daily to be “in the know” as to what's new. Urgent matters will continue to be sent by email, but will also be posted to this Intranet site.
September 1, 2009
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has provided an update on the 2009 H1N1 vaccine.
August 18, 2009
The Virginia Department of Health (VDH) is expanding its call center to handle questions that Virginians may have about the novel influenza A (H1N1) virus. The toll-free number is 1.877.275.8343 and will be answered during state business hours. Questions are also being answered via e-mail through the VDH home page at www.vdh.virginia.gov.
August 12, 2009
Federal Guidelines for Responding to Flu
Keep abreast of the most recent information about H1N1 (swine flu) Virus by visiting http://www.flu.gov/. The site offers information aimed at prevention and reducing the spread of the virus.
The CDC is offering a range of options for responding to influenza in schools and closure is not likely. The public is reminded that a person infected with influenza can still be contagious even after feeling better. Students and staff who experience flu-like symptoms are advised to stay home, they must be free from fever for 24 hours without medication before returning to school .
July 20, 2009
Vaccine for Seasonal Influenza Approved by FDA
Today the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced it has approved a vaccine for the seasonal influenza in the United States. This vaccine does not provide protection against the 2009 H1N1 influenza virus, but the federal government continues to work with drug manufacturers, international partners, and other government agencies to develop a vaccine against the 2009 H1N1 flu virus. See full text of FDA news release.
July 9, 2009
Situation Update on H1N1 (swine flu) Virus
The Centers for Disease Prevention and Control (CDC) is closely observing H1N1 (swine flu) cases in the southern hemisphere. The number of cases is on the increase this summer, which is not the usual time period for cases of flu. This fact is one of the reasons that the CDC and the World Health Organization are warning the public that everyone needs to be constantly aware of prevention measures.
The CDC reports that cases of H1N1 Flu infection continue to climb: As of 7 p.m. on July 2, 2009, CDC is reporting 33,902 confirmed and probable cases and 170 deaths in 53 states and territories (including the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands).
Specifically, CDC reports that it "continues to take aggressive action to respond to the outbreak of H1N1 (swine flu) influenza. CDC’s response goals are to reduce the spread and severity of illness, and to provide information to help health care providers, public health officials, and the public address the challenges posed by this new public health threat."
Larn more at http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/
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