Influenza A(H1N1) (Swine flu) Information

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 15:58 GMT

The Highlands and Islands Strategic Coordinating Group (HISCG) has been convened to plan for and manage any potential impact of "Swine Flu" within the Highlands and Islands.

There are currently no confirmed cases in the Highlands and Islands and the risk to the public of the Highlands and Islands is low.

However, the HISCG public organisations, working together, are continually monitoring and assessing the regional and national situation.

HISCG members will be communicating with all staff to keep them fully appraised of the situation as it develops.

At the current time the Scottish Government is issuing comprehensive advice and information to the public, through the media, and we will provide support at a local level as necessary.

Please use the following resources to find out more about the flu situation and the national advice and resources available:

NOTE TO NEWS EDITORS
Any health related media inquiries should be directed to relevant health board (NHS Highland, NHS Orkney, NHS Shetland and Western Isles Health Board).

Non health related SCG media inquiries should be directed through the SCG Media Office, which is the Northern Constabulary press office.

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