Special Announcement
 

Swine Flu Update

  









Resources:

Find a Doctor
 Let Clark Memorial Hospital help you find a doctor who is right for you.

Center for Disease Control and Prevention
 Visit the CDC website for their latest updates on the H1N1 flu outbreak.

 Clark County Information
 Visit the county's website to gather information about local schools, symptoms, treatment and other FAQs.

Flu Fact Sheets - English
 Flu Fact Sheets - Spanish
Flu Fact Sheets - Chinese
Flu Fact Sheets - Korean
Clark Memorial Hospital is ready and equipped to care for patients in the Clark County community. The safety and care of our patients is our top priority. Here, we connect you to the latest information on H1N1 (swine) flu.

What to Do If You Get Sick
Contact your physician if you become ill with flu-like symptoms, including fever, body aches, runny nose, sore throat, nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. Your doctor will determine if influenza testing or treatment is needed.

If you are sick, stay home and avoid contact with others as much as you can. If you become ill and experience any of the following warning signs, seek emergency medical care.

In children, emergency warning signs that need urgent medical attention include:
  • Bluish skin color
  • Fast breathing or difficulty breathing
  • Fever with a rash
  • Symptoms improve; then return with fever and worse cough
  • Irritability
  • Not drinking enough fluids
  • Not waking up or not interacting
In adults, emergency warning signs that need urgent medical attention include:
  • Confusion
  • Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
  • Pain or pressure in chest or abdomen
  • Severe or persistent vomiting
  • Sudden dizziness