We are keeping a close eye on health reports. Our students have been reminded to continue basic hygiene. While several students are sick, there is no more sickness than what is normal for this time of year and our size of school. No one has tested positive for swine flu.
The following update was sent to us today by Supervisor Don Knabe's Office:
SUPERVISOR DON KNABE
SWINE FLU UPDATE – APRIL 28, 2009
LOS ANGELES COUNTY TAKING LEAD ON SWINE FLU RESPONSE
As the threat of the swine flu outbreak continues to grow, The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health continues to lead the local response and prevention efforts across our County.
In the U.S., the good news so far is that those with this virus have had only mild or moderate symptoms. However, in Mexico preliminary data suggests this may cause a more severe pattern of infection. Our Public Health leaders do not suggest any changes in what you would normally do to avoid either getting sick yourself or passing illness to others: if you are sick, stay home; if your child is sick, do not send him or her to school; cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze; wash your hands frequently, especially before eating and after using the restroom; and do not touch your eyes, nose, or mouth with your hands. The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is on alert, and we have activated surveillance to identify cases of this strain that may surface in our County. We are also working with the California Department of Public Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on control measures.
We have several fact sheets and information sources available. To learn more, please see our Department of Public Health’s Frequently Asked Questions page about the swine flu, or a Spanish language version: Frequently asked questions about swine flu (Spanish).
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