If you haven't encountered the flu yet (sick kids at school, co-workers coughing near you, long lines for flu shots) chances are - you will eventually. And as we continue to hear national news reports about the spread of the H1N1 virus and the limited availability of a vaccine, it can be easy to "tune out" some important information.
So take a half-hour tonight to really explore the issue of the flu (seasonal and the H1N1 variety) with an in-depth special called "Living With the Flu" on KETC Channel 9 at 7 p.m. KETC is using its capabilities on-air, online and in the community as the region’s trusted public media organization to connect residents to H1N1 prevention and immunization resources through a network of trusted community agencies - including the American Red Cross. In fact, check out this quick video our preparedness guru Nicole Holtgrefe:
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Nicole Holtgrefe from the St. Louis Area Chapter of the American Red Cross talks about the sort of things you should have on hand in a disaster supply kit to be prepared for the H1N1 flu season. These items include food, water, and sports drinks to hydrate in case of dehydration. Over-the-counter medical supplies you might need as well. For more information about H1N1 and to find out about resources are available in the Greater St. Louis area, call the United Way’s helpline at 1-800-427-4626 or 2-1-1.
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For our part, the Red Cross has tipsheets, resources, and will even do free presentations for your school, office, church group, etc. Check out our Pandemic Flu page.