H1N1 (Swine Flu)

H1N1 (Swine Flu)

This section on the website contains information on the current H1N1 (Swine Flu) situation. The documents are copies of letters and advice sent to Co Clare VEC schools and centres on the steps to be followed to deal with a possible outbreak. Also included are the guidelines, advice notices and updates provided by the HSE. The section also contains links to other relevant websites.

Relevant Documentation:-

20 August 2009 Circular 47 2009 Schools and Pandemic H1N1

Employers Pandemic Tips

Influenza information for Educational Establishments

Letter to Centres re H1N1 Swine Flu 17 August 2009

Principals Letter re H1N1 Swine Flu 17 August 2009

Principals Letter re H1N1 Swine Flu 20 August 2009

Parent or Learner Information Leaflet

Relevant Websites:-

www.education.ie       Department of Education & Science

www.hse.ie                  Health Service Executive

www.hpsc.ie                Health Protection Surveillance Centre

www.swineflu.ie           Schools can download useful posters and general
information in various languages from this website.

www.dohc.ie                Provides daily updates on the pandemic           

www.hpsc.ie                Provides posters and documentation for educational settings

www.ivea.ie                 Updates will be posted on IVEA’s website under a dedicated link for swine flu.

Details of the nearest local Department of Public Health can be found at:
www.hse.ie/eng/Find_a_Service/Public_Health