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Prevention and care are the greatest weapons against Influenza A (H1N1)

06/04/2016

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Prevention and care are the greatest weapons against Influenza A (H1N1)

Recently there has been an increase in cases of influenza A (H1N1) in the country. Thinking about your health and your well being, we have gathered below some useful information on the virus. Check it:

Streaming:

The H1N1 is transmitted through respiratory secretions, mainly through coughing or espirro.As chances of transmission increase in close contact cases, especially indoors, with someone who has symptoms of gripe.Os symptoms can begin within one to four days after the contact.

symptoms:

sudden onset of fever, accompanied by cough or sore throat, and at least one of these symptoms: headache, muscle pain, joint pain or difficulty breathing.

Preventive measures:

These measures not only prevent influenza A, but other respiratory diseases:

• Frequent cleaning with soap and water or alcohol gel. Especially after coughing, sneezing and before consuming food.

• Use disposable tissue for nasal hygiene.

• Cover nose and mouth when sneezing or coughing. • Avoid touching mucous membranes of eyes, nose and mouth.

• Do not share personal items such as cutlery, plates, glasses or bottles.

• Keep well ventilated environments.

• Avoid close contact with people who show signs or symptoms of influenza.

• Avoid leaving your home in times of disease transmission.

• Avoid crowds and indoors (try to keep ventilated environments).

• Adopt healthy habits such as balanced diet and fluid intake.

• Guide the temporary leave (work, school, etc.) up to 24 hours after cessation of fever.

 

Source: JB

 

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