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TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) - Kansas officials are issuing a new round of warnings to individuals and families as the state waits for another wave of swine flu cases.
The message from officials Tuesday was that Kansans should have enough food, water and other supplies at home to last from three to five days, in case they become ill.
They've already stressed commonsense steps to prevent the spread of the H1N1 virus, such as frequent hand-washing and staying home once symptoms occur.
Gov. Mark Parkinson has designated September as Emergency Preparedness Month, giving him and other officials another opportunity to urge Kansans to plan ahead.
Health officials expect between 20 percent and 40 percent of the population to contract the H1N1 virus within the next two years.
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