Wednesday, April 29, 2009

Swine Flu

Hello again,

With the WHO declaring a Phase 4 Pandemic alert (http://www.who.int/csr/disease/avian_influenza/phase/en/index.html), people should get prepared for the possibility of a full blown pandemic. There are simple and effective ways of combating and reducing the risk of contributing to the spreading of the virus and help to contain the disease. Below you can find information on effective means of preventing spread of human swine influenza.

1. Sneeze and cough into your sleeve!!! If you do sneeze/cough into a handkerchief, tissue paper, or your hands, remember to wash your hands thoroughly afterwards. Influenza and the common cold are spread through contact with bodily fluids, most commonly nasal and oral droplets. Check out this link, you'll get the picture... http://www.coughsafe.com/media.html.
2. Frequent hand washing is a must... most effective with soap and water. Disinfectant alcohol based hand sanitizers are also good.
3. If you are feeling ill or if you feel like you're coming down with something, be sure to avoid contact with others, do not go into work, and see your doctor. This way, you'll ensure that you're not infecting other people. Also, if you are feeling fluish, it is wise to wear a mask to avoid human air born transmission of the disease.

For more information and answers to many questions, check out this link... http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/alert-alerte/swine-porcine/faq_rg_swine-eng.php#tphp.

Here's to your Saúde!!

Dr. Henry

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