The H1N1 flu virus was prevalent during the later part of 2009. Active cases were reported in all 50 states as well as many countries around the world. The regular 2010 flu vaccine includes protections from H1N1, so it advisable that everyone receives a flu shot.

Here is information about the H1N1 flu from the state Health Department.

Here is information about the H1N1 flu from the Centers for Disease Control.

There has also been discussion of the benefit of using sanitizers versus hand washing. Here is more information.