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Local Health Organizations Partner to Offer H1N1 Education in Spanish
November 10, 2009

ELKHART, IN - To help Spanish speaking Elkhart County community members learn about and prepare for H1N1 (swine flu) infection in our region, local healthcare professionals from Elkhart General Hospital, the Elkhart County Health Department and Heart City Health Center will offer a free educational program on the H1N1 virus from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 12, 2009 at the Elkhart General Health Education Center, 2222 Rieth Blvd., Goshen.

A panel of experts will present information on a host of H1N1-related topics including an updated overview of the virus, details on what Elkhart County might expect for flu activity, practical tips on what residents should do if they experience symptoms, how H1N1 is transmitted, and vaccine recommendations. There will be time for questions and answers, and everyone in attendance will receive a resource gift bag to help protect themselves and their families from H1N1.

Reservations are not necessary. For more information, contact Dame Tu Mano at (574) 524-7517 or visit www.egh.org. Please note: The event will be conducted in Spanish only.

 

DISCLAIMER: Information presented through this medium (i.e., the Elkhart General Healthcare System Web Site) is provided for general information only and should not be construed as medical advice or instruction. For diagnosis of specific illnesses and disorders, consult the appropriate healthcare professionals.

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