Community Health News to Use

Pandemic Flu Information

Here are several links for the latest and most comprehensive information about the potential for a swine flu pandemic and how
you can prepare for it. Bookmark www.lowpfh.org to make checking for information updates easier.

  • Wash your hands or use hand sanitizer often
  • If sick, stay at home
  • Avoid contact with people who are sick


Swine Flu FAQ

World Health Organization Swine Flu Frequently Asked Questions

PandemicFlu.gov provides comprehensive government-wide information on pandemic influenza and avian influenza for the
general public, health and emergency preparedness professionals, policy makers, government and business leaders, school
systems, and local communities.

Preventing the Flu: Good Health Habits Can Help Stop Germs

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Swine Influenza Information **Updated often**

North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services Swine Flu Update


Who we are

The Land of Waterfalls Partnership for Health, Transylvania County’s local Healthy Carolinians task force is a community
collaborative dedicated to improving community health.  We are a tax exempt independent 501(c)3 organization.  

Funding for the Partnership comes from the State of North Carolina, The Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust, Blue Cross/Blue
Shield Foundation, Wachovia Foundation and the Duke Endowment.


What we do

The mission statement of the partnership is to assess community needs, develop recommendations and advocate for positive
change in order to improve the quality of life for all citizens of Transylvania County through the enhancement of physical,
emotional, spiritural and mental health.