Faith groups: frequently asked questions Answers questions about what influenza is, its transmission and types of flu. Describes what individuals and families can do to protect themselves, what faith groups should do about meetings during a pandemic, the use of vaccines by vegans, practices of hand hygiene and cough etiquette, substitutes for alcohol-based hand sanitizer and environmental cleaning products. Discusses pandemic preparations and communication tools for faith groups. Source: Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care     Pandemic preparedness for faith groups Provides information on influenza. Includes checklists to help groups develop plans and communication strategies, prevent the spread of influenza, anticipate the impact of a pandemic, and keep their plans current. Includes links to additional information such as a hand hygiene protocol, pandemic planning for families, and a personal emergency checklist. Source: Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care     Public health measures Chapter 6 of the “Regional Pandemic Influenza Response Plan” details the potential public health measures that may be considered during a pandemic. The chapter also provides a risk-based framework for decision making around public health measures. Potential means for increasing public health resources during a pandemic are described. Finally, materials developed for public messaging are included. Source: Vancouver Coastal Health