Influenza Basics
Getting the flu feels miserable, and can sometimes make you dangerously sick. Find out how to protect yourself and those around you, as well as how to identify the flu (both 2009 H1N1 and seasonal), and what you should do if you get sick.
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All About the Flu
Seasonal and 2009 H1N1 influenza: Signs and symptoms, people at high risk of developing complications.
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If You Get Sick
How to care for an ill person at home, when to seek help, and how long a sick person should stay home.
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Vaccine
Protect yourself from the flu - get vaccinated! |
Cover Your Cough!
Cover your nose and mouth with your sleeve when you cough or sneeze. |

Wash Your Hands
Clean your hands frequently and thoroughly, with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand rub solution.
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Call Line
Call with questions about flu.
1-800-CDC-INFO (800-232-4636)
TTY: 1-888-232-6348
Centers for Disease Control
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MN FluLine
Call if you are sick.
1-866-259-4655
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Find your flu shots:
Find a seasonal flu shot
Find an H1N1 flu shot
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