H1N1 Summer Camp Facts

The Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care has published an information page on their website with facts and information regarding H1N1 and summer camps.  You can view this page at http://www.health.gov.on.ca/english/public/updates/archives/hu_09/public/sf_fs_summercamps.html

What precautions should my child take to stay healthy at summer camp?

Children attending summer camp should :

• Pack some alcohol-based hand sanitizer in their luggage or knapsack for use at camp.
• Wash their hands often for at least 15 seconds with soap and water or clean their hands with alcohol-based hand rub.
• Use a tissue when sneezing/coughing, or sneeze/cough into their upper sleeve.
• Avoid sharing food, drinks and other personal items.
• See the camp’s health care staff immediately for assessment if they feel unwell.