Recent note from  Illinois Women’s Soccer League (girls travel league): 

Attention All IWSL Members:
Some of our players have been diagnosed with H1N1 Flu. The games of those teams have been postponed and will be played at a later date.  Please remember for the Spring 2009 season to temporarily replace the tradition of shaking hands at the end of the game with a non-contact gesture.  Please encourage any players, parents, coaches, etc. who are ill to please stay home. Everyone thanks you for your cooperation.

Flo Dyson
President
Illinois Women’s Soccer League

With the outbreak of Swine Flu in the US, Green White is reminding coaches and parents to take precautionary steps to protect their kids and themselves.  Starting immediately, Green White will discontinue the traditional after the game hand shaking until after the threat of Swine Flu is lessened.  Additionally, please remind the kids to not use others water bottles and to use antibacterial soap, lotions or to wash their hands after having contact with others.   Additionally, if you or your athlete are ill please stay at home.   Here is what the CDC says to stay healthy:

• Stay informed. The CDC website will be updated regularly as information becomes available.
• Influenza is thought to spread mainly person-to-person through coughing or sneezing of infected people.
• Take everyday actions to stay healthy.
  • Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
  • Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hands cleaners are also effective.
  • Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread that way.
  • Stay home if you get sick. CDC recommends that you stay home from work or school and limit contact with others to keep from infecting them.
  • Follow public health advice regarding school closures, avoiding crowds and other social distancing measures.
  • Develop a family emergency plan as a precaution. This should include storing a supply of food, medicines, facemasks, alcohol-based hand rubs and other essential supplies.
  • Call 1-800-CDC-INFO for more information.

Also, if you or your children have signs of the flu, please contact your doctor immediately.

Click here for the CDC website