# 3961
The CDC has jumped into social media in a big way over the past year, with twitter accounts, Facebook & MySpace accounts, podcasts, and online videos.
They understand that not everyone’s first inclination will be to visit the cdc.gov or flu.gov sites. You can access the CDC on the Internet in a variety of venues:
Connect with CDC
Twitter
Facebook
MySpace
DailyStrength
CDC's YouTube Channel
CDC's Flickr site
CDC on iTunes
CDC's Second Life Island
Videos are a powerful tool, and the CDC uses those, and audio podcasts, to educate and inform the public.
In recent days, 5 new videos have been uploaded to the CDC’s Youtube Channel. The first is an attempt to explain why vaccine production has lagged behind expectations.
H1N1 flu vaccine—why the delay?
This short video explains how flu vaccine is made, and why there may be a delay. This video can also be viewed at http://www.cdc.gov/podcasts
Next come 4 short (1 to 2 minutes each) videos with Dr. Joe Bresee, discussing how to avoid catching or spreading the flu, antiviral meds, warning signs, and vaccination.
What can I do to make sure I dont get the flu, including the new H1N1 flu, and how can I be sure I dont spread the flu to others if I get sick? Find out how to reduce your risk of becoming ill with an influenza virus.
This video can also be viewed at http://www.cdc.gov/cdctv/During a severe flu outbreak including the new H1N1 flu, many people could be sick at the same time. There also may be more hospital stays and deaths than during a regular flu season. Some of us may become anxious about whether we have this new illness and whether we need medical help.
Find out the warning signs of the flu.
This video can also be viewed at http://www.cdc.gov/cdctv/
Many people believe that there is no treatment for a virus and that you have to let it run its course. But when it comes to influenza, there are prescription drugs that can be used for treatment. They can make our symptoms milder and make us feel better faster. These drugs are an important tool against flu especially for people at higher risk of severe illness from the flu.
This video can also be viewed at http://www.cdc.gov/cdctv/
Remember the expression Take two and call me in the morning? Well, when it comes to influenza, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says it is best to Take Three. It could save your life.
This video can also be viewed at http://www.cdc.gov/cdctv/
