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H1n1 Swine Flu Facts   by ak

Constant Swine flu news has caused much concern and by knowing more about the H1N1 swine flu virus can help to ease the panic about the illness.

What is the Swine Flu?

Swine flu virus is a respiratory disease that occurs in pigs and doesn’t normally affect humans, only in sporadic cases where there was direct exposure to infected pigs. The new strain of Swine Flu is a type A Influenza mutated from pigs which has passed to humans along the way. It presents itself just like any other normal flu that can be transmitted through human to human contact.

How can you tell if you have the H1N1 swine flu virus?

You may not be able to tell because the symptoms are similar to the regular kind of seasonal flu, such as coughing, fever and lack of appetite. Also some reported symptoms include sore throat, runny nose, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

What can you do if you think you have the swine flu?

Treat it like any other flu and not to immediately run to the hospital emergency room. If mild stay at home from work or school, rest and do things normally you do to fight The Flu. If it gets worse, then phone your family doctor or Medical clinic and arrange to be examined away from patients in the waiting room.

What is the best defense against the H1N1 swine flu?

The swine flu spreads in a similar way like any other flu which is through coughing or sneezing and by touching something that has A Flu virus on it and then touching your nose or mouth. Practicing good hygiene is the best defense by washing hands frequently for at least 20 seconds in warm water and soap, plus covering your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing.

Is a face mask necessary to protect against the swine flu?

Health officials have stated that it isn’t necessary to wear a face mask and the best preventative measure is to keep your hands clean, cough and sneeze in your sleeve, avoid crowded settings and close contact with people who may have an illness. A face mask may reduce the risk but does not provide complete protection. It should only be considered if you have to be in a crowded setting to help reduce coughing and sneezing on others as well as protecting your nose and mouth from other people’s coughs or sneezes.

Can the swine flu be transmitted by eating pork products?

You cannot get the swine flu virus from eating pork or pork products as viruses and bacteria are killed when cooked to a temperature internally of 160°F. Pork products are safe to eat when properly cooked just as any other food product that is in your refrigerator.

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