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01/17/2013
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Influenza epidemic in the U.S.: Travelers should be careful
Ministry of Health recommends some preventive measures to Brazilian tourists
Rio - The Ministry of Health warned yesterday that Brazilians traveling to the United States must take some care due to the flu epidemic that this country faces - the worst in four years. At least 20 children have died and 47 of the 50 states were affected. New York declared a state of emergency. There, at least 20 000 people are infected.
In Brazil, although there is no recommendation for cancellation of travel to the United States, the ministry advises that passengers should take precautions, especially those susceptible to developing complications from the flu: the elderly, children under 2, pregnant women and people with diseases that affect the immune system.
Among the measures recommended are: several times a day wash hands with soap and water or alcohol gel to sanitize; protect cough and sneeze with disposable tissue, and if they have symptoms of influenza (fever with cough, sore throat and headache) seek medical attention immediately.
VARIATION OF SWINE FLU
The predominant influenza this year in the U.S. is H3N2, a derivation of type A (swine) that emerged in China in the late 1960s. Coughing, malaise and high fever are common symptoms. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), influenza appeared before the normal period in the U.S., in late November, and their risk of contamination still remain high for a few weeks.
According to the Ministry of Health, there is no obligation to get vaccinated before traveling to the U.S.. Who opt for vaccination in private clinics, since the public campaign has not yet begun, must carefully observe the expiry date: the influenza vaccine is prepared only for use during the season in that particular year.
In the United States, the rush by vaccination has been intense, especially in New York, a favorite destination for Brazilian tourists.
Source: The Day - Online
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