State prepared for Swine Flu threat

State Rep. David Scribner (R-Brookfield) took part in a joint informational forum regarding Swine Flu concerns Thursday at the Legislative Office building. Rep. Scribner attended the forum in his capacity as a member of the legislature’s Public Health Committee.

Later Thursday afternoon, Rep. Scribner was part of a meeting of the Public Health Preparedness Advisory Council, of which he is also a member, via conference call. 

At the forum, a joint effort between the Public Health and Public Safety committees, discussion focused on the latest reports of possible cases and suggested methods of containing a potential flu outbreak.

“Having participated in the informational forum and the conference call regarding the situation in Connecticut with Swine Flu, I can assure my constituents that their state government is engaged and prepared to ensure public health and contain any potential cases of Swine Flu,” said Rep. Scribner. “I encourage everyone to take basic measures such as washing your hands and avoiding close contact with those who are sick, out of an abundance of caution.”

For more information and updates on Swine Flu, please contact my office (1-800-842-1423) or visit www.ct.gov/CTFluWatch.com.