Influenza (flu) spreads easily in neighborhoods, faith-based organizations, community centers, and other shared spaces. As flu season approaches, communities can play a powerful role in keeping residents safe and informed.

• Encourage annual flu vaccinations and promote local vaccine clinics or share information of where to get a flu shot.
• Distribute multilingual materials and make sure community members have access to flu prevention information in their preferred language.
• Host a flu shot event by partnering with local health departments and public health regions to bring flu vaccines directly to the community.
• Spread awareness by using trusted voices to remind people how to stay healthy and protect vulnerable residents. 

Flu season can impact employee health, absenteeism, and productivity. Creating a flu-smart workplace helps protect your staff and reduce disruptions to business operations.

• Encourage employees to get vaccinated
• Promote good hygiene in the workplace 
• Review your sick leave policy 

• Fever or chills
• Cough
• Sore Throat
• Fatigue
• Body aches
• Runny or stuffy nose