Pandemic H1N1 2009 Flu ("Swine Flu") Information
H1N1 influenza, also known as “swine flu”, can spread from people who are infected to others through coughs and sneezes or on surfaces that other people may touch. To avoid spreading the flu, community members should always remember to WHACK the Flu!
W ash your hands often
H ome is where you stay when you are sick
A void touching your eyes, nose, and mouth
C over your coughs and sneezes
K eep your distance from people who are coughing and sneezing
H1N1 Vaccinations | Seasonal Flu Vaccinations | FAQs
Health Care Providers | Schools & Childcare Providers | Residents | Additional Information
The novel H1N1 flu virus is widespread and is well established in our community. The H1N1 virus so far is about as serious as seasonal flu, but because the population has little or no immunity to it, more people are likely to become ill. We anticipate that there will be more cases, continued absences from work and school, more hospitalizations and even more deaths associated with this new virus in the coming months. Prevention efforts are continuing, and testing and treatment are recommended for hospitalized or high-risk individuals only.
Situation Update (December 1, 2009)
If you are a resident of Berkeley and have general questions about H1N1 (Swine) Flu or other City services, dial 311" Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
You can also call the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Public Hotline at: (888) 865-0564, Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Saturday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. In addition to English, the call center can answer questions in Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, and Russian.
FREE H1N1 Vaccinations! Sunday, January 24, 2010 (Last Revised January 19, 2010)
Don’t wait any longer to get the H1N1 vaccine! The H1N1 flu may be leveling off, but it isn’t going away. People are still getting sick, and while the number of hospitalized people is down, serious illness and even deaths are still happening in Alameda County.
More people are sick with the flu than normal for this time of year. The City of Berkeley Public Health Division wants you to get vaccinated against the H1N1 flu virus. By protecting yourself, you can help prevent another outbreak of the disease.
In partnership with LifeLong Medical Care's West Berkeley Family Practice, the Public Health Division will vaccinate community members against 2009 H1N1 flu at our FREE H1N1 Community Vaccination Clinic!
Other FREE H1N1 Vaccine Locations
Clínica Comunitaria de Vacunación H1N1
Actualización de la Vacuna H1N1
For additional information please visit our Frequently Asked Questions for Parents about the H1N1 vaccine and General FAQ on the H1N1 vaccine
Seasonal Flu Vaccinations
We can all protect ourselves and our families by getting BOTH the seasonal flu vaccine AND the H1N1 vaccine. Seasonal flu vaccine is available from many health care providers in the community.
If you need more information, or help finding immunizations, medical providers, and health insurance including Medi-Cal, please call our Nurse of the Day at (510) 981-5300.
You have an important role in protecting yourself and your family by staying informed and by preparing for further outbreaks. Now is a good time to be sure you have a plan in case you or a family member is home sick for an extended period of time. Download our Home Care Guide for the Flu for information about how to care for someone with the flu.
For Health Care Providers
Information for providers on how to sign up for periodic health alerts, how to order H1N1 vaccine and current and past health alerts.
City of Berkeley Health Alert: Actions Requested of Physicians (H1N1 Flu) (November 5, 2009) (PDF)
For Schools, Child Care Providers and Early Childhood Programs
Resources for schools and child care providers with a communication toolkit for early childhood through K-12.
If you operate or work at a Berkeley institution such as a school, college, hospital, clinic, or child care facility, please contact the Public Health Division through the Nurse of the Day at (510) 981-5300 for more information.
For Residents
Information about flu prevention, being prepared, talking to your children about the flu and traveling during a pandemic.
For more information, or help finding immunizations, medical providers, and health insurance including Medi-Cal, please contact the Public Health Division through the Nurse of the Day at (510) 981-5300.
Additional Information
More information about how to protect yourself, your family and your co-workers from the flu.
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About H1N1 (Swine Flu)
Frequently Asked Questions for Parents About H1N1 Vaccinations (PDF)
Informacion Importante Sobre El Virus H1N1 (Gripe Porcina) (PDF)
Preguntas frecuentes (FAQ) de los padres acerca de las vacunas H1N1 (PDF)
If you have general, non-medical questions about H1N1 Influenza (Swine Flu) please call (510) 981-CITY or dial "311" if you are a Berkeley resident.
You can also call the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Public Hotline at: (888) 866-0564, Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Saturday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. In addition to English, the call center can answer questions in Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean, and Russian.
If you are a school, childcare provider or other institution please call our Nurse of the Day at (510) 981-5300.
If you need more information, or help finding immunizations, medical providers, and health insurance including Medi-Cal, please call our Nurse of the Day at (510) 981-5300.