H1N1 Pandemic
Frequently Asked Questions
Are all cases of Influenza A H1N1 severe?
No. Most of the cases of H1N1are mild.
What are the symptoms of H1N1?
H1N1 is a respiratory illness that causes
symptoms similar to those of the regular seasonal flu including:
- Fever
- Fatigue
- Lack of appetite
- Coughing
Sore throat
Some people with H1N1 have also
reported vomiting and diarrhea
How can I protect myself and my family?
- Get your flu shot annually
- Practice good hand hygiene at all times
Cough into your sleeve, not your hands
Disinfect all surfaces and shared utensils,
particularly when a family member is unwell
Avoid public
places if you feel unwell
What should I do if I'm not feeling well?
Call your family doctor or
Telehealth at 1-866-797-0000.
How do I know if I should come to the Emergency?
Check the
assessment
tool (click here) or visit
www.Ontario.ca/flu
What is a flu assessment clinic?
The hospital has a flu assessment clinic at 150 Rolling Hills Drive
(next to the hospital) to assess individuals who what to know if they have
H1N1. The clinic does not provide vaccines. The clinic physician may give
you a prescription for Tamiflu, an anti-viral medication that if given
within 2 days of experiencing symptoms will help reduce the severity of the
flu virus symptoms.
Where are the vaccination clinics located?
For up-to-date listing for Dufferin area flu vaccine clinics visit
www.wdghu.org and for Caledon area visit
www.peelregion.ca. Is the hospital still open for visitors?
Yes. However, if you are feeling at all unwell, please do not visit.
Is there emergency service?
The emergency department is open as always for those patients
requiring emergency treatment. Please see your family doctor for all
other conditions.
Are all surgeries still on schedule?
Yes. If you are experiencing fever, chills, headache, a cough, sore
throat or muscle aches call
Telehealth and reschedule your surgery.
Can I still come to my scheduled appointment?
If you do not have flu-like symptoms you may come in for your
appointment. If you have influenza-like illness call
Telehealth and
reschedule your appointment for when you are symptom free.
What do I need to know before I come to Emergency?
When you arrive clean your hands with hand sanitizer provided. If
you are experiencing respiratory illness put on a mask. Staff and
volunteer greeters in the ER will be wearing orange masks with attached
eye protection. Please clean hands frequently when touching public
areas, before and after eating, and when entering and leaving the
hospital.
If my relative/friend is staying in hospital, how can I be sure s/he’ll
be cared for?
All patients who need to remain in hospital are being cared for.
I volunteer at your facility. Do you still want me to come in?
Yes please.
I provide pastoral care to patients. Should I still visit patients?
Yes, as long as you are feeling well.
I’m expecting to deliver my baby within
the next few days. Will I be able to have my baby at your hospital?
Yes.
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