H1N1 Flu Virus Clinics: Brantford and Area 

Be protected this winter! The seasonal flu vaccine is now available at H1N1 clinics throughout Brantford.. 

December 11, 2009

CLINIC LOCATIONS AND DATES:

Terrace Hill Walk-in Clinic

December 7 - 19 & January 8 & 9

Please click here to be open up the Brant County Health Unit's website in a new browser window, to book an appointment online, or to book by phone please call 519-753-4937 ext. 446.

About H1N1

Symptoms: Cough, fever, headache, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue, and sometimes diarrhea and vomiting.

Transfer: This virus is believed to be spread in the same manner as seasonal influenza: person to person mainly by droplets from a cough or a sneeze become airborne and are then breathed in by others who are within a 6-foot distance.

Protect Yourself: The following precautions reduce the spread of all viruses, including H1N1 flu virus.  These precautions apply to individuals as well as group settings, such as schools, daycares, workplaces and restaurants.

Keep up to date with your immunizations.

Cleaning your hands is the most important activity in preventing illness. Clean your hands often (for at least 15 seconds) with soap and water or with a 60% to 90% alcohol-based hand rub.

Hands should be cleaned:

  • after coughing, sneezing or blowing your nose
  • after using the bathroom
  • after shaking hands
  • before eating and/or preparing food
  • before touching your face
  • when you or someone you come into contact with is sick 

Handy tips:

  • Sneeze and cough into your upper sleeve.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread this way.
  • Do not go to work or school if ill. If you are sick, limit your contact with other people as much as possible.
  •  Household disinfectants will kill the virus on household items and surfaces. Read the labels for proper use.
  • Clean and disinfect surfaces like doorknobs and counters often.

The Health Unit is advising residents who have symptoms of influenza (Cough, fever, headache, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue, and sometimes diarrhea and vomiting) to stay home if they're feeling ill. In most cases, illness caused by the H1N1 virus is relatively mild. However, anyone who is concerned should call their health care provider or Telehealth at 1-866-797-0000.

Check back to our website often for updates, etc., or for more information about local flu clinics and H1N1, please click here to open the Brant County Health Unit's website in a new browswer window, or call the BCHU at 519-753-4937.