Thanks to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, we are able to inform you of this important announcement concerning the H1N1 (swine flu) virus and its effects on the American Indian and Native Alaskan population–which have been hit particularly hard by the disease.  The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) have found these native populations to be four times more likely to die from the H1N1 virus.

Wes Studi, the American Indian actor pictured below, is helping to get the word out.  Take Wes’ advice and get your family vaccinated.  Also, please note that children 9 years of age and younger will need TWO doses of the flu vaccine.

"The best way to protect yourself, your family and your community is to get vaccinated against seasonal and H1N1 flu." -Wes Studi, quote for HHS

Click HERE to find out where you can locate the vaccine.

Photo Credit:  www.aaanativearts.com