Schools and child-care settings are required to post influenza educational material, in plain view, within their facilities. Information should be posted starting now. Influenza season begins in early fall and can last through May.
The New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) would like you to know that information regarding influenza and the benefits of influenza immunizations is free, accessible and available in different languages from several organizations:
NYSDOH: www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/influenza/seasonal/childhood_adolescent/
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: www.cdc.gov/flu/freeresources/print.htm
New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene: www.nyc.gov/html/doh/flu/html/home/home.shtml
Along with this announcement you will find the Seasonal Flu Guide for Parents. You can download it here: SeasonalFluParentguide.