In an effort to keep Arizonans educated on the H1N1 flu and vaccine, the following information is provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).   NEW Updated H1N1 Vaccine Information Some counties throughout Arizona are now distributing the H1N1 vaccine to the general public. To find out if it is available near you, please visit www.stopthespreadaz.org and click on the "county." For the latest on seasonal flu vaccine clinic locations in your area, please visit www.cir.org. Some clinic locations may have both seasonal flu and H1N1 available. NEW Beware of fraudulent e-mails referencing CDC-sponsored State Vaccination Program. To learn more, click here.   H1N1 Flu What is 2009 H1N1 (swine flu)? H1N1 (referred to as "swine flu" early on) is a new influenza virus. This new virus was first detected in the United States in April 2009. This virus is spread in much the same way that the regular seasonal influenza virus is spread. (Source: www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/qa.htm)   H1N1 Flu in Humans Prevention & Treatment Contamination & Cleaning Exposures Not Thought to Spread 2009 H1N1 Flu
This information is provided for educational purposes only. It is not intended to take the place of your health care provider's independent medical judgment. You should consult with your health care provider regarding your health care needs. In addition, information and recommendations are not a guarantee of BCBSAZ coverage of services or supplies.