Simple preventive measures at an early stage will be. You cannot get the flu from the flu shot or the nasal spray vaccine. Serious outcomes of flu infection are hospitalization or death. Flu viruses, as well as those causing the cold, are extremely common and it would be impossible to avoid them completely. Flu prevention checklist newfoundland and labrador.
Here are the most common swine flu symptoms and prevention tips bi india bureau jan 29, 2019, 10. Influenza, aka the flu, is a highly contagious virus that can race through schools, offices, or nursing homes. Powerpoint of understand seasonal influenza, human swine. Never give aspirin to children or teenagers who have flu like symptoms, particularly fever. Apr 27, 2009 tips for preventing swine flu to steer clear of swine flu, the cdc recommends oldfashioned medicine. Aetiology epidemiology diagnosis prevention and control references. As an organization that interacts with many members, visitors, staff and volunteers on a weekly basis, flu prevention is important to keep in mind among your administration. Seniorschildrenchildcare workershealthcare workerspeople with weak immune systemspeople with chronic longterm diseases like asthma and copdpregnant womenthe flu shot is not recommended for certain people. The swine flu generated a similar level of panic to what were seeing with the coronavirus today, and as with swine flu, the conversation about the new coronavirus outbreak often focuses on. On august 10, 2010, who declared an end to the global 2009 h1n1 influenza pandemic. A study to assess the effectiveness of structured teaching programme on knowledge regarding swine flu and its prevention among higher secondary students, durg. Hemp diseases and pests management and biological control.
Swine flu h1n1 swine flu was the popular name for the virus which was responsible for a global flu outbreak called a pandemic in 2009 to 2010. And remember the flu vaccine only protects against flu, not colds and other illnesses, so it is a good idea to take precautions such as washing your hands regularly, to keep yourself as well as possible during winter. Good health habits and antiviral medications are other measures that can help protect against the flu. The seasonal flu vaccines that are already available dont protect against swine. The american center for disease control and prevention cdc agrees that the spread of novel h1n1 virus is thought to occur in the same way that seasonal flu spreads. Flu prevention arizona emergency information network. Cdc recommends a threestep approach to fighting influenza flu. Everyday preventive actions can help fight germs, like flu. This section of the website provides medics with a huge library of free cold and flu ppt presentations with topics like flu, rna viruses, h1n1, influenza and many other cold and flu concepts and themes. Know centers for disease control and prevention pdf. However, h1n1 pdm09 virus continues to circulate as a seasonal flu virus, and cause illness, hospitalization, and deaths worldwide every year.
Swine influenza also called as swine flu, hog flu, and pig flu that refers to. But if you get the flu, there are prescription antiviral drugs that can treat. If you dont make an effort to prevent it, odds are that youll catch the flu this season for most of us it means a couple of weeks out of work or school, then life goes back to normal. Get a printable copy pdf file of the complete article 492k, or click on a page image below to browse page by page. What having swine flu taught me about the coronavirus. Florida is currently experiencing a moderately severe influenza season. The 1918 h1n1 flu virus caused the deadliest pandemic of the 20th century. It is the causative agent of african swine fever asf. Avian or bird flu is caused by influenza viruses that occur. Get a printable copy pdf file of the complete article 465k, or click on a page image below to browse page by page. In this report, information about its pharmacological study of the swine flu and some pharmacovigilance studies done on it is to be described and also provide the what prevention and treatment.
This has happened in different settings, including fairs. Page 2 of 4 others through household objectstelephones, doorknobs, toothbrushes, and. If you get sick with flu, take prescription antiviral drugs if your doctor prescribes them. Infection prevention and control recommendations may need to be modified in special. By june 2009, the world health organization declared that a pandemic of. Everyday preventive actions that can help fight germs, like flu. In april 2009, the h1n1 influenza virus, commonly known as swine flu, was detected in people in the united states. The new microorganisms were subsequently called mycoplasmalike organisms mlos. Prevention and control of seasonal influenza with vaccines the aafp recommends that physicians offer influenza vaccination as soon as it becomes available each year and continue to provide the. Prevention and control of infection in healthcare 2 and by local public health authorities. Good hygiene is one of the most important ways to help prevent colds and flu influenza other ways to help prevent flu can include. Flu prevention and treatment 10 quick tips, old and new. When people are infected with swine origin influenza a viruses, it is termed as. Prevention and control of seasonal influenza with vaccines.
Dec 21, 2018 type a influenza is a contagious viral infection that can have lifethreatening complications if left untreated. Swine flu, also known as the h1n1 virus, is a relatively new strain of an influenza virus that causes symptoms similar to the regular flu. Prevention its next to impossible to completely avoid cold or flu viruses, but prevention is simple. The virus causes a hemorrhagic fever with high mortality rates in domestic pigs. Talk with your doctor or an aurora pharmacist about medication and flu relief products to relieve fever, cough, body aches and other flu symptoms. How to prevent and prepare for h1n1 swine flu with. A plant scientist studying diseased plants was surprised by a lack of viruses appearing in his electronmicrographs. The centers for disease control and prevention cdc recommends people take the following actions to help prevent the spread of flu between pigs and people. Aged care homes operate under the aged care act 1997 and are required to be accredited to be eligible for funding.
Sep 27, 2018 for more tips on the difference between a cold and the flu, visit this centers for disease control and prevention cdc site. Influenza, known more commonly as the flu, is an infectious disease caused by the influenza virus, which infects the respiratory tract nose, throat, and lungs. Eating healthy, exercising, and getting enough sleep also play a part in preventing the flu because they help boost your immune system. Many researchers have cloned the various neutralizing mabs against influenza virus and have shown a. To better understand this deadly virus, an expert group of researchers and virus hunters set out to search for the lost 1918 virus, sequence its genome, recreate the virus in a highly safe and regulated laboratory setting at cdc, and ultimately study its secrets to better prepare for future pandemics. The injected flu vaccine given to older adults cannot give you flu as it does not contain live viruses.
Full text full text is available as a scanned copy of the original print version. Pdf influenza prevention and treatment by passive immunization. The flu is caused by any of several known influenza viruses, primarily during fall and winter. A moms guide to influenza share influenza, also known as flu, and the holidays dont mix, so moms need to be extra vigilant in doing everything possible to keep their families healthy, starting now. Influenza prevention and control information for caregivers and teachers what is influenza. The virus travels on hands placed in the eyes, nose, or mouth and enters the body. If you do catch the flu, get plenty of rest, drink lots of liquids and avoid using alcohol and tobacco. Swine influenza is a highly contagious viral infection of pigs. Its recommended for most people over six months old, and especially recommended for people in highrisk groups. According to the centers for disease control and prevention, flu viruses can spread to people from up to 6 feet away through droplets made by sneezing, coughing or talking. The guidelines provide general information about influenza, a prevention toolkit for snfs, an outbreak management checklist, line lists for residents and staff, a notification alert. Pigs most commonly get infected with flu viruses from other pigs swine. The school should be contacted when a student is ill and will be absent. The flu is a common topic of concern during the winter months.
Flu spreads when a person touches a surface that has been contaminated with the flu virus. Most people have some immunity, and a vaccine is available. Full text is available as a scanned copy of the original print version. Take action to prevent the spread of flu between pigs and. When people get swine flu viruses, its usually after contact with pigs. Pdf swine flu awareness in general population researchgate. Influenza or flu is a viral respiratory illness, mainly spread by droplets made when people with flu cough, sneeze or talk. Flu viruses are spread mainly from person to person through coughing or sneezing by people with influenza.
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Guidelines for the prevention, control and public health. Early treatment is especially important for the elderly, the very young, people with certain chronic health conditions, and pregnant women. Swine flu is a respiratory disease caused by a new strain of influenza virus. It originated in pigs but is spread primarily from person. Links to pubmed are also available for selected references. Swine flu, also called hog or pig flu, is an infection caused by any one of the several types of swine influenza virus siv which is common throughout pig population world wide. The flu is more severe than the common cold, and symptoms such as fever, body aches, extreme tiredness, and dry cough are more common and intense. Pdf a study to assess the effectiveness of structured.
Unlike the common cold, the flu can cause severe illness and lifethreatening complications. Sep 30, 2018 sail through cold and flu season without so much as a sniffle. Pdf influenza virus has caused major global epidemics since 1918. Prevent the spread of flu between people and pigs at fairs. Influenza a symptoms can be confused with signs of other conditions but are usually. African swine fever virus asfv is a large, doublestranded dna virus in the asfarviridae family.
Pandemic flu information and prevention flu terms the us centers for disease control differentiates among the types of flu. Even before showing symptoms, an infected employee who sneezes during a meeting or coughs at someones desk without covering his or her mouth can expose others to the flu. The swine flu pandemic caused by an h1n1 influenza a virus that started in. You can also reduce your risk of catching the flu by washing your hands frequently, which stops the spread of germs. Homeopathic remedies will help with the prevention on influenza using homeoprophylaxis and also help a person with the flu symptoms to relieve them quickly, effectively and naturally.
M ost young children are enrolled in early education and child care programs, and these programs can take steps to prevent and control inuenza. Guidelines for flu prevention parents should be alert to any signs of fever and any other signs of influenzalike illness such as sore throat, cough, stuffy nose, chills, and body aches, before sending their child or children to school. Swine flu is emerging disease and spreads very fast. Measures to minimize influenza transmission at swine exhibitions. Its a type of seasonal flu and is now included in the annual flu vaccine. According to the centers for disease control and prevention, hand washing is the most important way to prevent the transmission of disease. Everyday preventive actions that can help fight germs, like flu cdc recommends a threestep approach to fighting the flu.