Flu Resource Center -
January 18, 2010
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This resource center is for informational purposes. All patients and families are encouraged to discuss any health related questions or concerns directly with their healthcare provider.
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Children’s National has put together this flu resource center so you have access to up-to-date and accurate information about the seasonal and H1N1 flu. Children’s National’s team of specialists will continue to update this information with the latest guidelines, news, and information you need for you and your family this flu season, so check back regularly for updates. If there is additional information that you would like to see on this page, email us with your suggestions at feedback@cnmc.org.
 Flu Season Visiting Guidelines **Updated - January 18**
If you are coming to visit the hospital for any reason, please note that we have updated our visiting guidelines.
Season and H1N1 (Swine) Flu Referral Guidelines (PDF)
Talking with Children about Flu
With so much media coverage about both seasonal and H1N1 (swine) flu, it is likely that children will have concerns about how the flu affects them, their friends, and family. Here are some tips to help you minimize your children’s fears while also helping them stay healthy.
Flu Check List for Parents and Caregivers (PDF)
Use this check list to keep track of symptoms, medications, and other information so that you can relay it to your child’s doctor, if needed.
Seasonal Flu and H1N1 (Swine) Flu Information for Parents
Influenza or the “flu” is caused by a virus. Each winter “seasonal” flu virus makes many children and adults sick. A new flu virus called H1N1, or swine flu, is currently making people sick...
Pharmacies with Tamiflu liquid formulation
The following provides a list of pharmacies in Maryland, Washington DC, and Virginia that have assured us they will fill pediatric prescriptions for compounded Tamiflu suspension. If you have a Tamiflu liquid prescription for your child, you may contact one of the following pharmacies to get the prescription filled.
Facts about Flu Vaccinations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
The following information is helpful background for making decisions around flu vaccine...
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Centers for Disease Control - 2009 H1N1 Flu/ Swine Flu information
Video: How a virus invades your body
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