Pandemics

Should a pandemic come raging through your city or a contagious disease be released in an attack, here's what you need to do to be ready.

Before

• Be sure all your immunizations are up to date
• Practice good hygiene
  • Handle and prepare food safely
  • Wash hands often
  • Clean and disinfect commonly used surfaces
  • Cough and sneeze into your sleeve
  • Don't share personal items
  • Avoid touching wild animals
  • Stay home when sick

During

• Follow instructions from officials carefully
• Seek medical attention if you begin to develop symptoms

Additional Information

For additional information, visit:

Alameda County Public Health

• Health Alerts
• Immunization Assistance Project
• Communicable Diseases
• Disease Reporting and Control

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