H1N1 Response
REMSA has been monitoring and responding to the influenza A (H1N1) (Swine Flu) pandemic since the outbreak was identified. As the incidences of flu-like symptoms has decreased sharply in this area, REMSA has de-escalated our response procedures and have discontinued screening 911 callers for symptoms that are indicative of an influenza A (H1N1) flu infection. However, REMSA in conjunction with the Washoe County Health District, will continue to monitor influenza A (H1N1) flu cases utilizing our FirstWatch® monitoring system.
REMSA will continue to up date this page as more information becomes available.
Here are links to the most current information on the swine flu outbreak:
- Washoe County District Health Department influenza A (H1N1) flu information
- CDC influenza A (H1N1) flu information
- World Health Organization influenza A (H1N1) flu information
If you are unable to find the information you need about the influenza A (H1N1) virus at the CDC or World Health Organization websites, the Washoe County District Health Department has a special phone center staffed by bilingual public health professionals to answer general questions about the influenze A (H1N)1 virus:
- Phone number: 866-767-5038
- Hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- Please be patient when calling this number, as the volume of calls can be large at times.
REMSA is also providing information for our employees and fellow co-responding agencies. Information available here.
Updates to this page will be announced on twitter. Follow us at REMSAflu.