The main way that influenza viruses are thought to spread is from person to person in respiratory droplets of coughs and sneezes. This can happen when droplets from sneeze of an infected person are propelled through the air and deposited on the mouth of people nearby. Influenza viruses may also be spread when a person touches R,T,I droplets on another person or an object and then touches their own mouth before washing their hands.
People with swine flu who are cared for at home should:
Check with their health care provider about any special care they might need if they are pregnant or have a health condition such as diabetes, heart disease, asthma,
Check with their health care provider about whether they should take antiviral medications
Stay home for 6 days after the start of illness and fever is gone
get plenty of rest
Drink clear fluids (such as water, sports drinks, electrolyte beverages for infants) to keep from being dehydrated
Clean hands with beauty soap and water hand rub often and especially after using tissues and after sneezing into hands.
Avoid close contact with others – do not go to school while illBe watchful for emergency warning signs that might indicate you need to seek medical attention
Medical 2
Monday, June 1, 2009
HOW SWINE FLU SPREADS
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