MASS211 ACTIVATED TO HELP PROVIDE THE PUBLIC
WITH INFORMATION:
The State has activated a website and
telephone line for the public to gain information regarding the Swine Flu. This provides the most efficient and
comprehensive way for people to get answers to questions they may have at this
time.
If you are
unable to reach 2-1-1 due to your telephone or cell phone carrier, a toll-free
number is available: 1-877-211-MASS (6277).
The website
is http://www.mass211.org/emergencyinfo.html
Located at the website are links to many valuable resources.
The “Public Health Information Line” (1-866-627-7968 or 1-866-mass-wnv) has
been updated.
There are five options (abbreviated below):
If you are a healthcare provider and would like to speak with an
epidemiologist, press 2.
If you would like to listen to recorded information concerning swine flu, press
4. For Spanish, press 5.
If you have general questions about swine flu, press 1 or hang up and dial 211
to be connected with a resource specialist at MASS 211.
If you would
like to hear a recorded message concerning diseases spread by mosquitoes, press
3.