H1N1 Message
Consulate General of Canada
Shanghai
October 5, 2009
This message provides Canadianswith information regarding human cases of the 2009 H1N1 Flu Virus.The flu virus has currently spread to 198 countries in the world, and continues to spread. While in many cases the effects are relatively mild, it is still to be taken seriously. As of September 22, 2009about 394,000 confirmed cases and 4,300 deaths have been recorded globally. Reliable statistics are no longer being maintained, due to the widespread nature of the virus.The total number of cases and deaths is probably far higher than official reports.
The Consulate encourages all Canadians to be vigilant with regards to their personal hygiene and sanitation practices. You should wash your hands frequentlyand thoroughly with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds to eradicate viruses and bacteria. When soap and water are not available, apply a hand sanitizer with a minimum of 60 percent alcohol content. Remember to practice good respiratory etiquette by coughing and sneezing into your sleeve or a tissue and get vaccinated against flu, as recommended by your health care provider. Also, ask your employer, organization or school about pandemic contingency plans, and make a pandemic contingency plan for your family.
Any questions or concerns about influenza or other illnesses should be directed to a medical professional. Although the Consulate cannot provide medical advice or provide medical services, including antivirals and vaccine, to the public, a list of hospitals is available at the Consulate.
At this time, the Consulate advises Canadians to review the guidance provided by the Public Health Agency of Canada ( and the World Health Organization ( Canadians planning on travelling outside their country of current residence should determine if any form of entry screening is in effect in the destination country. You should not travel if you are displaying flu-like symptoms. Consult our travel reports and warnings page at
Canadian citizens or their familiesshould inform the Consulate if they have been detained or quarantined by local authorities. Canadian citizens should be awarethatif they have been detained or quarantinedin accordance with local public healthregulations, the Consulate is limited in its ability to intervene.
Canadians living or traveling abroadare encouraged to register with the nearest Canadian Consulate, through the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade website ( without Internet access may register directly with the nearest Canadian Consulate. By registering, Canadian citizens make it easier for the Consulate to contact them in the event of an emergency.
The Consulate General of Canada in Shanghai is located at Room 604, WestTower, Shanghai Centre, No.1376 Nanjing West Road. The direct phone number for consular services is8621-32792889 and our fax number is 8621-32792801. In the case of an emergency, you may contact us after-hours, on weekends and on holidays at 108001400125
Consulate General of Canada
Shanghai