Local Health Updates Information on H1N1 (Swine Flu) It is
important that people get the H1N1 vaccine because health
officials have stated there is a possibility of a third wave of
H1N1 this winter. The CDC states that “A flu vaccine is the
first and most important step in protecting against flu
infection.” http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/qa.htm In addition to
getting the H1N1 vaccine, people should continue to practice
other methods of prevention (see
http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/qa.htm “What can I do to protect
myself from getting sick?”) On December 17, 2009, the state of
New Hampshire announced the move to Phase IV (general
population) of the NH DHHS H1N1 vaccine distribution plan. All
New Hampshire residents ages 6 months and older are now eligible
to receive the H1N1 vaccine. The Greater Monadnock Public Health
Network is committed to reaching the public with timely health
information through a variety of media channels. Press releases
and public services announcements about H1N1 vaccine clinics and
other pert