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Health Ministries Network of Minnesota (HMN-MN) is a nonprofit, 501(c)3, interfaith organization committed to encouraging, supporting and developing whole-person ministries throughout Minnesota. We welcome people from adjoining states to be part of this network as affiliate members. |
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Most resource sheets are presented in a PDF file, so you will need to have access to Acrobat Reader. Please visit the Adobe Acrobat Reader web site at www.adobe.com to download this free software. CDC - Pandemic(Avian) Influenza (Flu) | Current SituationWorld Health Organization
Facing the Unknown Future with Fear and Faith (pdf 24KB) Rev. David F. Carlson, former President, HMN-MN When we hear the news predictions and read the stories about "what could happen" if the avian flu hits America and the rest of the world,we can get pretty fearful. The words from the experts seem to be very scary and fill us with fear. They are saying, not "if" but "when"it happens! Facing the Future Unknowns.. but what can I do? (pdf 24KB) How Caregivers Care for Themselves (pdf 20KB) Faith-based & Community Organizations Pandemic Influenza Preparedness Checklist (pdf 52KB) Flu Terms DefinedSeasonal (or common) flu is a respiratory illness that can be transmitted person to person. Most people have some immunity, and a vaccine is available. Avian (or bird) flu is caused by influenza viruses that occur naturally among wild birds. The H5N1 variant is deadly to domestic fowl and can be transmitted from birds to humans. There is no human immunity and no vaccine is available. |
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