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We have had reports of broken links on our information webistes. This happened unexpectedly and we are tacking the source for this happening. We will attempt to review all links in the next week and update them. Please feel free to contact us is you find one. Send your email to zerucha@mrcgregg.com.

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We have had some server problems over the past 2 weeks... these  should be fixed shortly. Please excuse the website down time.

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Out hope is this be another means to effectively communicate with Citizens in Gregg and surrounding counties.

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http://twitter.com/MRCGREGG

Pandemic Flu Website for Gregg County

http://www.greggfluinfo.info/
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In this video, Dr. Joe Bresee, with CDC's Influenza Division, describes the symptoms of swine flu and warning signs to look for that indicate the need for urgent medical attention.

Date Released: 4/27/2009
Running time: 3:45
Author: Coordinating Center for Infectious Diseases, National Center for Immunization and Respiratory Diseases, Influenza Division (CCID/NCIRD/ID)
Series Name: CDC Featured Podcasts

Source:  http://www2a.cdc.gov/podcasts/player.asp?f=11281

Download | Duration: 00:03:45

Prepare your family for all harzards

CLICK ON THIS LINK FOR TEXAS PREPARE IN ENGLISHWhen disaster hits, Texans need to be ready. Follow our simple step-by-step online guide to building your plan–including family strategies, handy checklists, and special needs considerations for the disabled, the elderly and pets. If you can’t easily answer these three key questions, make your plan today.


En Espanol - CLICK HERE

La preparación de su familia para enfrentar una emergencia grave requiere más que sólo registrarse en un sitio de preparación para desastres. Para sacar el mayor provecho de este programa, debe comprometerse a crear y continuar su plan de preparación.

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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has established a Web page that will be updated daily concerning the current investigation of human cases of Swine Flu Influenza A. The page also includes information and guidance for clinicians, public health personnel, and the public. 

These are hyperlinked to CDC websites for quick referral:

Topics include:

For additional swine flu H1N1 -  information, visit::

• PandemicFlu.gov
• World Health Organization (WHO)
• Association of Public Health Laboratories (APHL)
• Association of State and Territorial Health Officials (ASTHO)
• National Public Health Information Coalition (NPHIC)

Source:

The CDC and the Department of Education have teamed up to present this short video on how to prepare for a pandemic. 
http://media.ed.gov:8080/ramgen/safety/bird_flu.smil?usehostname

It focuses on four basic ways to prepare:
1. Communicate with your child's school
2. Make a Family Plan
3. Stock up on essential supplies
4. Practice good hygiene

For more information see PandemicFlu.gov

Just released-guidance from OSHA on Preparing Workplaces for an Influenza Pandemic

OSHA Pandemic Guidance