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Catholic Schools Issue Precautions Regarding Swine Flu

Our prayers are with those who are impacted by the recent outbreaks of Swine Flu.  The Texas Bishops are addressing this issue at the diocesan level. Below are resources that have been created for Catholic Schools in Texas, sorted by Diocese. 

Diocese of Beaumont

Influenza Statement

Diocese of Dallas

Letter to Parents

Letter to Parents (Spanish)


Diocese of Fort Worth

Statement Regarding Precautionary Swine Flu Liturgical Adaptations For the Parish Community


Diocese of Laredo

By order of the City of Laredo and the Laredo Health Department, all schools in the city will close until May 18th. All scholastic, athletic, and social activities have been cancelled.  Administrative and support staff will use the next two weeks to disinfect the schools.


Additional Resources on Swine Flu:

Texas Education Agency Swine Flu web site

Center for Disease Control: Swine Flu home page

Swine Influenza and You: A document from the CDC

Ten Questions on Influenza and the Liturgy (USCCB)

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