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What If You Get Sick

• Using Antiviral and Over-the-Counter Medications
• Dangers of Giving Aspirin to Children
• Tips for Caregivers

Dangers of Giving Aspirin to Children

WARNING!
Do NOT give aspirin or aspirin-containing medications (including Pepto-Bismol) to children under 18. This can cause a rare but serious illness called Reye's Syndrome.

If someone in your home is sick with the flu, read more about Tips For Caregivers.

• Where and When are Vaccines Available? Check here to find when the novel H1N1 vaccine is ready in your area, and where you can go to get one.
• Should You Consider Vaccination? All Pennsylvanians are encouraged to get the H1N1 vaccine, particularly those in one of the groups most at risk for getting the virus or suffering complications.
• 5 Ways to Protect Yourself Staying healthy is simpler than you think. Some everyday prevention techniques and good hygiene can keep you and your family well this flu season.
• National H1N1 Information For most recent national H1N1 information visit,