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The Virginia Department of Health is continuing to closely monitor the Swine-origin Influenza A (H1N1) Virus Infection outbreak. Local health departments are preparing to provide seasonal and H1N1 vaccination clinics in communities across Virginia. Virginia Medical Reserve Corps volunteers, both healthcare and support, are needed to support our public health emergency response efforts. BECOME a VA MRC VOLUNTEER today!
Secretary Kathleen Sebelius Calls YOU to Serve in the Medical Reserve Corps.
Become Informed
It is important that you become informed about seasonal and H1N1 Influenza, practice healthy habits, and develop a personal plan. Click on these links for more information:
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Dear MRC Leaders and Volunteers,
As we plan and prepare for the upcoming seasonal flu season and the very real potential for widespread transmission of pandemic (H1N1) 2009 influenza, there is no doubt that volunteers will be needed in all communities to assist with education, vaccination, and other activities. The Medical Reserve Corps (MRC) is poised to take the lead in volunteer recruitment, credentialing, training and response. You will play an integral role in the health and safety of your towns, cities, counties and states. I encourage you to plan now for what may lay ahead.
The Medical Reserve Corps continues to have an amazing impact across the country. The reports I receive from CAPT Tosatto and staff in the Office of the Civilian Volunteer Medical Reserve Corps (OCVMRC) show the impressive extent of the activities you are doing and initiatives you are promoting. The White House, Department of Health and Human Services and Office of the Surgeon General have taken notice of your achievements and have acknowleged the important role that you play in a public health emergency, such as widespread H1N1 flu transmission. more>>
