Northwest Ohio Counties Join to Fight Pandemic Flu
Health and safety officials in several of Northwest Ohio’s counties, have been working together to develop a coordinated response plan if the region is affected by a pandemic flu event.
In addition, to keep you informed officials have developed a variety of information and communication material (like this website) to help you learn about and prepare for a possible pandemic flu outbreak.  The materials outline the facts about pandemic flu, steps you can take to prepare for and precautions you can take if a pandemic outbreak occurs, and what to do if you get sick.  In the event pandemic flu occurs, these materials will be distributed and this website will be updated with the latest information you need.

Some Facts About Pandemic Flu in Northwest Ohio
Fact: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, (CDC), expects another severe flu pandemic will happen in the US – possibly with the recurrence of H1N1 in fall 2009.

Fact: A flu pandemic happens when a new virus (like H1N1) appears and spreads easily.

Fact: A flu pandemic can affect even the rural communities of Northwest Ohio