Influenza A(H1N1) Health Advisory to Parents and Students
In view of the international outbreak of the Influenza A (H1N1) virus, we, in CIE, are joining the efforts of the Department of Health and the Department of Education to curb and contain the spread of the said virus in the country.May we share with you pertinent information about the virus that you may implement the necessary precautionary measures within your own household to keep it A(H1N1)-free.
Influenza A(H1N1) is a new strain of virus that resulted from the re-assortment of four viruses from pigs, human and birds. It can cause pneumonia, which can be fatal. Although swine influenza viruses are usually species-specific and only infect pigs, they do sometimes cross the species barrier to cause disease in humans.
Signs and Symptoms
Sign and symptoms of infections from this virus include: fever, fatigue, lack of appetite, sore throat, headache, muscle or joint pains, runny nose, cough and some cases have been reported to have diarrhea, nausea and vomiting.
Mode of Transmission
The modes of transmission of this virus are as follows:
- Exposure to droplets from the cough and sneeze of the infected person, or by touching things with flu viruses on it and then touching the mouth or nose (viral particles are usually expelled in coughs and sneezes that are then breathed in by someone nearby or in the vicinity of the infected person).
- By touching your mouth, nose or eyes after you get in contact with contaminated objects or an infected person.
- People with the virus may be able to infect other beginning a day before symptoms develop, and up to 7 days or more after becoming sick. Young children may be contagous for somewhat longer.
There is no vaccine yet for Influenza A(H1N1) which at present leaves us with only prevention. Here are some suggested measures to prevent the spread of the virus:
- Use tissue to cover your nose and mouth when coughing and sneezing.
- Immediately and properly disposed of used tissues.
- Frequent and proper hand washing with soap and water.
- Use alcohol-based hand sanitizers.
- Avoid close contact with persons exhibiting flu-like symptoms.
- Sleeping at least 8 hours regularly
- Managing stress
- Drinking plenty of fluids
- Eating nutritious food with lots of vitamins and minerals.
Currently only this medication is recommended:
TamiFlu
- 75 milligrams (gm)
- 1-2 capsules x 5 days
- given within 48 h ours
- confirmed cases given immediately
- effects noticeable within 24 hours
Be healthy, be safe!
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