Flu Preparedness

Each year, WOHA plays an important role in the protection of our community against seasonal flu.  Solicited by both private and public agencies to provide consultation, case management, and policy, we were also an integral part of the response to last year's H1N1 pandemic.

The most effective measure of Influenza protection is immunization.  Protect yourself, your employees, and the public through vaccination against seasonal flu.

Seasonal Flu Vaccinations

Don't get bitten by the FLU BUG!  WOHA can provide Seasonal Flu Vaccinations either on a walk-in basis in our conveniently located clinic or on-site at your facility.                                                                                                       

For more information about our mobile flu services, please contact us for more information at 202-463-6698. Ready to set up a clinic for your office?  Click Here to schedule your flu vaccinations online.

About the Vaccine:

• The 2011-2012 vaccine protects against the A/H1N1 strain (pandemic) and seasonal flu viruses, influenza A/H3N2 and influenza B.
• Know your options. There are three types of vaccine currently available: INACTIVATED (the shot) and LIVE, ATENUATED (the mist) and INTRADERMAL (the skin-prick). WOHA offers the Inactivated vaccine.
• Do you qualify as a high risk individual? For detailed information about each vaccine, who should get it and when, read the CDC's information sheets, provided above.

Knowledge is the first step to protection.

Pandemic Flu Preparedness

In light of the recent H1N1 virus (Swine Flu) pandemic in the United States and abroad, it is imperative that employers take necessary measures to protect their employees as well as the general public. The outcome of a pandemic depends on the severity of the responsible viral strain, as well as the extent to which each community and organization prepares for this potential catastrophe. WOHA can provide your company with the expertise and resources necessary to prepare for and mitigate the effects of a pandemic flu.

Aspects of our Pandemic Flu Preparedness Services include:

• Assistance in tailoring a pandemic flu plan specific to your company’s needs.
• Communication of the latest literature on preparedness planning.
• Presentations and distribution of materials geared toward various divisions of your organization.
• Facilitating the acquisition, storage, distribution and administration of antiviral medications to essential employees with potential risk of exposure.
• Coordinating relationships between your company and IT technical specialists that will ensure that employees can work from home.
• Promoting infection control in the workplace, including personal hygiene among employees and the appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as protective masks.
• Board-certified physicians available 24 hours a day to respond to your needs or questions.

Steps you, the employer, can take:

• Vaccinate your employees.
• Stockpile antiviral medications.
• Utilize an emergency notification system to ensure complete communication with all personnel.
• Train and educate employees on safe work practices:
  • Stay home when sick.
  • Cover cough with arm/sleeve.
  • Wash hands and keep sanitizers handy.
  • Use of PPE, such as masks
  • Be mindful of personal contact.
• Implement engineering controls such as proper ventilation, access to disinfectants, etc.

• Ensure symptomatic employees are treated prior to returning to work.