Thank you for visiting flu.oregon.gov. We have designed this Web site to help you, your family and your community prepare for flu season. The new strain of flu known as H1N1 has the potential to make millions sick this fall. I hope you will take the time to read through this information, share it with others and take action. You can make a difference and help keep Oregonians safe and healthy.

To protect your health, your family and community, we suggest a few simple things: 

• Wash your hands; 
• cover your cough with something other than your hand;
• stay home if you are sick;
• stay healthy by quitting smoking if you are a smoker, eating a healthy diet  and staying physically active;
• get the seasonal flu vaccine

     —Mel Kohn MD, MPH, director, Oregon Public Health Division

For more information
Flu activity is expected to continue for months, though the level of activity is unpredictable. Our Web site, www.flu.oregon.gov, and the Oregon Public Health Flu Hotline (1-800-978-3040), are the best places to locate a flu vaccine clinic. You can also connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.