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Thursday, April 30, 2009

Family Planning for Pandemic Flu

Plans for individuals and families from the Center For Disease Control (CDC)

1. Store a supply of water and food. You may not be able to get to a store and this is also useful in other emergencies.

2. Have any nonprescription drugs and other health supplies on hand, including pain relievers, cough and cold medicines, fluids with electrolytes, vitamins, and stomach remedies.

3. Talk with family members and loved ones about how they would be cared for if they got sick or what will be needed to care for them in your home.

4. Volunteer with your church and/or other groups to prepare and assist with emergency response.

5. Review the PNW Conference Disaster Plan for local church actions.
www.gbgm-umc.org/disasterteam/pnwplan.htm

6. Get involved with your community as it works to prepare for an influenza pandemic.