Update for staff – 4 June 2009: New information from Department of Human Services
Victoria has now moved to the Sustain Phase of the influenza plan to protect the community from the H1N1 virus.
The sustain phase means:
- There is no longer a need to quarantine everyone who has been in contact with a confirmed case of swine flu.
- Only confirmed cases will need to be quarantined for three days and will continue to receive the most appropriate treatment. Household members will continue to be provided with Tamiflu, but will not be quarantined.
- The Victorian Government will focus on those most vulnerable to influenza: those in child care centres, aged care facilities, special development schools and hospitals.
If you are unwell with flu-like symptoms
- Stay home from work and limit your contact with others
- Call your GP for medical advice.
For the most up to date information:
- Visit www.health.vic.gov.au
- Call the Influenza Hotline on 180 2007 or call Nurse-on-Call on 1300 606024 for expert health information and advice (freecall 24 hours, 7 days).