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The 2009 H1N1 (referred to as “swine flu” early on) is a new influenza virus causing illness in people. This new virus was first detected in people in the United States in April 2009. Human infections with the new H1N1 virus are ongoing in the United States. Most people who have become ill with this new virus have recovered without requiring medical treatment. Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Vaccine safety

Some are cautious over getting vaccines. Our Casey Bortnick lets us know if we need to worry.

Updated 12/07/2009 10:19 AM

Broome County holds first H1N1 flu clinic

Wednesday morning the Broome County health department held its first flu clinic. Like so many other counties, Broome County is doing what it can to prepare for and hopefully prevent the H1N1 flu virus.

Updated 10/29/2009 06:07 AM

Tips to avoid getting the flu

Flu season is here and many local school districts have been reporting an increased number of student absences. Health experts are recommending ways to avoid the flu and that includes getting both flu and H1N1 vaccines. Brad Vivacqua is at Saint Joseph's Hospital with more.

10/22/2009 06:53 AM

Getting a vaccine against the flu, H1N1 or pneumonia

You've heard it, H1N1 the vaccine, what do you do? With all of the media attention, it's easy to get confused.

Updated 10/09/2009 05:00 AM

First doses of H1N1 vaccine arrive

Onondaga County has begun to receive its first doses of H1N1 flu vaccine.

Updated 10/08/2009 04:13 PM

Broome County has H1N1 website

The Broome County Health Department has created a new website to help deliver the latest information on the H1N1 virus to the public.

Updated 10/08/2009 12:03 PM

Experts answer H1N1 questions

H1N1 outbreaks at campuses across Tompkins County have stirred up fears of the virus. Representatives from area colleges held a community meeting Thursday night. Tamara Lindstrom was there as officials doled out facts and dispelled myths about the disease.

Updated 10/08/2009 11:57 AM

Seasonal flu vaccine offers some protection

The flu season has come early and health officials are preparing for the worst. While New York State waits for the H1N1 vaccine, seasonal flu shots are now available at clinics statewide. Our Tamara Lindstrom has more on what the vaccine can and can't due for your health.

Updated 10/08/2009 11:49 AM

CDC: H1N1 virus hitting pregnant women hard

A new report from the Center for Disease Control says the risk for
pregnant women getting the H1N1 virus is higher than expected. So far, there have been about 700 known cases. Of the 100 patients admitted to intensive care, 28 have died. Despite the report, there are some woman that are still choosing not to get vaccinated. Casey Bortnick has more.

Updated 10/08/2009 11:40 AM

Having an H1N1 family plan

During the peak of flu season, which typically hits just before February, as many as one in five kids or 20 percent are out with the flu in any given school district. With the H1N1, or swine flu virus, still out there, doctors expect that number to rise to 50 percent this year. Experts say now is the time to plan ahead. Casey Bortnick reports.

Updated 10/08/2009 11:21 AM

Health Department encourages NY'ers to get flu, H1N1 shots

We are now officially getting into the flu season and the state Health Department is reminding New Yorkers how to stay safe -- and that includes getting the H1N1 vaccine and the regular flu vaccine.

Updated 10/08/2009 11:17 AM

TCAT on guard against H1N1

Transportation administrators are taking the threat of H1N1 very seriously in Tompkins County. TCAT is installing hand sanitizers and flu posters in all of their buses in order to prevent the spread of the virus, and workers are taking extra care to disinfect the buses and public transit areas.

Updated 10/08/2009 11:15 AM

New SLC public health director and the challenges that await

It's a position that's been open for four years. St. Lawrence County now officially has a permanent Public Health Director. But, as our Sarah Hagen tells us, the challenges she'll face in the new position are already mounting.

Updated 10/08/2009 11:09 AM

Is it a cold, flu or H1N1?

According to the CDC, the seasonal flu is on its way but H1N1 is here. What are you doing to protect your child?

10/06/2009 09:23 AM

Hospital restricts visitors due to H1N1

With the number of H1N1 cases on the rise, hospitals are taking steps to protect patients and avert a pandemic. At St. Joseph's Hospital in Syracuse, that means new restrictions on visitors. Our Tamara Lindstrom tells us how friends and family members will be affected.