Welcome to Canterbury's own pandemic planning resource

Influenza A (H1N1) (Swine Flu)

Cantabrians should call their General Practice or an After Hours Surgery to seek medical advice if they are concerned about their influenza symptoms.

In an emergency you should dial 111.

For tips on managing in the home with influenza download this guide.

For the latest news about Influenza A (H1N1) follow the links below:
FROM THE CANTERBURY DISTRICT HEALTH BOARD
FROM THE MINISTRY OF HEALTH 

 
Click here to listen to Dr Alistair Humphrey, Canterbury Medical Officer of Health answer common questions about influenza.

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History tells us the more informed and prepared you are, the better off you and your family will be in an influenza pandemic.

Here you'll find all the information, links and resources you'll need for your pandemic planning efforts, answering questions like:

• What should we expect in a pandemic?

• What should my business do?

• What should we stock up at home with?

• When should I go to the doctor? What do I do about my medication?

• How do we all keep healthy? How will we look after others?

Whether it's a household, workplace, neighbourhood or community group you're helping to prepare, this website offers tonnes of great advice, checklists, resources as well as handy information and tips from local pandemic planners and people just like you.

The Ministry of Health website is also a good source for the latest information on pandemic planning along with other health issues.