Keep P.A.C.E.
Proactive Administration of Communications
in Education
H1N1 Vaccine Update - September 18, 2009
General Business CDC
Workplace Guidance Prevention of Novel Influenza A - August 17, 2009
Letter to Parents from District Health Director
about Pandemic H1Nl (Swine Flu) - August 13, 2009
School Dismissal
Monitoring Protocol (from the Centers for Disease Control and the United
States Education Department)
Take 3 Steps to Fight the Flu
This brochure from the Centers for Disease
Control (CDC) details the three things people
can do to protect themselves against the flu.
Cover Your Cough Flyer
There are several reports in the national and
local media that reference health concerns about
flu viruses that have surfaced in the United
States. The Muscogee County School District
wants you to know our health and crisis
communications team is in constant consultation
with the Public Health Department about
potential health issues that could impact our
students, employees, and community. We encourage
preventive measures such as frequent
hand-washing with soap and water. Children or
employees who may suffer from illness, such as
flu symptoms, are encouraged to seek medical
attention and to stay home to prevent the spread
of germs. Parents are also encouraged to
pre-plan for daycare in the event that we must
close a school. Of course, we will notify you.
Please continue to access our website for more
information. We will
contact parents by Connect-ED as necessary.
Health Update - May 5, 2009
The Centers for Disease Control has released
new guidance for K-12
schools and childcare facilities regarding the prevention and
containment of H1N1 Flu. It has also been linked on the
GaDOE's pandemic webpage.
Flu & Health Facts
www.pandemicflu.gov
Columbus Health Department - H1N1 Phone Line
The Columbus Department of Public Health continues the Phone Bank
answered by public health nurses and a 24/7 pre-recorded information line to
respond to citizen concerns related to the H1N1 flu virus. The Flu Operator can direct calls regarding seasonal or H1N1 flu questions.
- Nurse Phone Bank
706 321-6300, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- H1N1 Information Line
706 321-6701, pre-recorded and available 24/7.
- Flu Operator
706 321-6108 or 706 321-6414
