Pandemic Flu Information
What you need to know:
Preparing for a hazardous situation before it happens is one of the best ways to ensure the safety of all people during an emergency. The public officials of the Town of Bridgton believe that by taking the time to make a few simple preparations, the people of Bridgton can better keep themselves and their family’s safe, healthy, and happy during either a prolonged or temporary emergency. Please take the time to read over this information and use it as a reference for yourself and your family during coming winter months and in the future.
To limit the spread of germs and prevent infection:
As we prepare the community for the next season of weather events and the flu season, Public Officials of the Town of Bridgton are recommending the following self help tips:
ªTeach your children to wash hands frequently with soap and water, and model the correct behavior.
ªTeach your children to cover coughs and sneezes with tissues, and be sure to model that behavior.
ªTeach your children to stay away from others as much as possible if they are sick. Stay home from work and school if sick.
ªKeep frequently used areas well sanitized (i.e. countertops, doorknobs, bathrooms)
To plan for weather events and flu:
You can prepare for the events now. You should know both the magnitude of what can happen during an event and what actions you can take to help lessen the impact of an event on you and your family. This checklist (over) will help you gather the information and resources you may need in case of these events.
ªStore at least a two week supply of water and food. During an event, if you cannot get to a store, or if stores are out of supplies, it will be important for you to have extra supplies on hand. This can be useful in other types of emergencies, such as power outages and disasters.
ªHave any nonprescription drugs and other health supplies on hand, including pain relievers, stomach remedies, cough and cold medicines, fluids with electrolytes, and vitamins.
ªTalk with family members and loved ones about how they would be cared for if they got sick, or what will be needed to care for them in your home.
ªVolunteer with local groups to prepare and assist with emergency response.
ªGet involved in your community as it works to prepare for these events.
ªCreate an alternate plan to obtaining prescription medication.
Items to have on hand for an extended stay at home:
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Examples of food and non-perishables |
Examples of medical, health, and emergency supplies |
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¨ Ready-to-eat canned meats, fish, fruits, vegetables, beans, and soups |
¨ Prescribed medical supplies such as glucose and blood-pressure monitoring equipment |
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¨ Protein or fruit bars |
¨ Soap and water, or alcohol-based (60-95%) hand wash |
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¨ Dry cereal or granola |
¨ Medicines for fever, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen |
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¨ Peanut butter or nuts |
¨ Ample supply of prescribed medications |
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¨ Dried fruit |
¨ Thermometer |
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¨ Crackers |
¨ Anti-diarrhea medication |
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¨ Canned juices |
¨ Vitamins |
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¨ Bottled water |
¨ Fluids with electrolytes |
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¨ Canned or jarred baby food and formula |
¨ Cleansing agent/soap |
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¨ Pet food |
¨ Flashlight |
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¨ Other non-perishable items |
¨ Batteries |
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¨ Portable radio |
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¨ Manual can opener |
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¨ Garbage bags |
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¨ Tissues, toilet paper, disposable diapers |
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¨ Water for sanitation purposes |
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REMEMBER: THESE ARE ONLY SOME OF THE ITEMS YOU MAY USE. MAKE SURE YOU ALSO PLAN FOR THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE WHO MAY BE WITH YOU DURING AN EVENT.
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