This document discusses H1N1, also known as swine flu. It is a new strain of influenza that emerged in 2009 and caused a global pandemic. H1N1 can cause respiratory illness and spread easily between people. It has resulted in hospitalizations and deaths worldwide. Schools have been impacted with students and teachers missing classes. Prevention methods include staying home when sick, hygiene practices, and considering school dismissals if cases increase. H1N1 presents a serious educational issue globally.

1. H1N1: A Current Educational Issue By: Lindsay Bryant

3. Contagious

5. Age groups affected by H1N1

7. Caused by an influenza virus

8. Contagious

10. June 19, 2009: All 50 states had confirmed cases of H1N1

12. Chills

13. Cough

14. Stuffy nose

16. Teachers missing school

17. Students falling behind in school

18. Classes being cancelled

19. Lectures being put on hold

21. Future prevention if H1N1 cases increase 1.) Active screenings 2.) High risk students and staff stay home 3.) Students with ill household members stay home 4.) Increase distance between people at schools 5.) Extend time period an ill person must stay home 6.) School dismissals

23. H1N1 is a major k-12 educational issue around the world

24. There many symptoms to watch for

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