Health Advisory

INFLUENZA A (H1N1)

Influenza A (H1N1) is caused by a novel flu virus that resulted from the reassortment of four viruses from pig, humans, and birds. There is no vaccine yet to protect humans from this virus. But, there are existing and recommended medicines that are effective in treating these influenza A (H1N1) viruses. Influenza A (H1N1) is fatal to humans.

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS IN HUMANS

Similar to the symptoms of regular flu such as fever, headache, fatigue, muscle or joints pains, lack of appetite, runny nose, sore throat, and cough; vomiting or nausea; and diarrhea.

MODE OF TRANSMISSION

Exposure to droplets from the cough and sneeze of infected person.

Influenza A (H1N1) is not transmitted by eating thoroughly cooked pork.

PREVENTION

-Cover your nose and mouth when coughing and sneezing.

-Always wash hands with soap and water.

-Use alcohol-based hand sanitizer.

-Avoid close contact with sick people.

-Increase your body’s resistance

-Have at least 8 hours of sleep

- Be physically active

-Manage stress

-Drink plenty of fluids

-Eat nutritious food

Be vigilant!

If you have fever for two days or more, immediately consult a doctor.

For more information on Influenza A (H1N1), call (02) 711-1101 or 711-1002

These are all connection with To-DOH Alerto Laban sa Flu campaign and prepared by National Center for disease Prevention and Control National Center for Health Promotion.

Source: Philippine Daily Inquirer dated 03 May 2009 Sunday page A24

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Thanks- Deus