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Influenza
Pandemic Influenza Has Been Declared
The recent, ongoing, and widespread outbreaks of H1N1 flu (Swine Flu) led to the WHO (World Health Organization) to elevate the worldwide pandemic alert level to Phase 6, which indicates that a global pandemic is underway. Since this declaration, the virus has continued to spread, causing illness along with the regular seasonal flu viruses. The United States has reported the highest number of H1N1 cases, but most people have recovered without requiring medical treatment.
http://CDC (Centers For Disease Cont...ty in the U.S.
http://www.cdc.gov/flu/weekly/
CDC (Centers For Disease Control) map of Influenza Activity in the U.S.
CDC weekly Influenza Surveillance Report
The Disease
H1N1 virus (swine flu) is thought to spread the same way as regular seasonal influenza viruses - through coughing and sneezing by people who are ill with the virus. The CDC also believes that it may be spread by touching contaminated objects, then touching your mouth or nose. Research is continuing on this mode of transmission. The H1N1 virus is reported to feature many of the same flu-like symptoms as seasonal flu, such as fever, chills, cough, sore throat, headache, body aches, and fatigue. Some people have also reported nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
General Guidance
The CDC, WHO, and HHS (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services) are continuing to provide updated recommendations to help maintain wellness
http://CDC H1N1 Flu site.
http://PandemicFlu.gov,
http://WHO Pandemic (H1N1) site.
CDC H1N1 Flu site.
PandemicFlu.gov, managed by the Department of Health and Human Services.
WHO Pandemic (H1N1) site.
Both the CDC and WHO recommend vaccinations for those in high-risk groups. Click on these links to review their recommendations: CDC, WHO.
These experts also recommend following everyday actions to help prevent the spread of germs that cause respiratory illnesses, such as H1N1.
Wash hands frequently with soap and water. Use alcohol-based hand cleaners if soap and water are not available.
Cover coughs and sneezes with tissues, and dispose of tissues promptly.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth.
Avoid close contact with sick people.
If you get sick with influenza, stay home from work or school and limit contact with others.
Influenza
Pandemic Influenza Has Been Declared
The recent, ongoing, and widespread outbreaks of H1N1 flu (Swine Flu) led to the WHO (World Health Organization) to elevate the worldwide pandemic alert level to Phase 6, which indicates that a global pandemic is underway. Since this declaration, the virus has continued to spread, causing illness along with the regular seasonal flu viruses. The United States has reported the highest number of H1N1 cases, but most people have recovered without requiring medical treatment.
http://CDC (Centers For Disease Cont...ty in the U.S.
http://www.cdc.gov/flu/weekly/
CDC (Centers For Disease Control) map of Influenza Activity in the U.S.
CDC weekly Influenza Surveillance Report
The Disease
H1N1 virus (swine flu) is thought to spread the same way as regular seasonal influenza viruses - through coughing and sneezing by people who are ill with the virus. The CDC also believes that it may be spread by touching contaminated objects, then touching your mouth or nose. Research is continuing on this mode of transmission. The H1N1 virus is reported to feature many of the same flu-like symptoms as seasonal flu, such as fever, chills, cough, sore throat, headache, body aches, and fatigue. Some people have also reported nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
General Guidance
The CDC, WHO, and HHS (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services) are continuing to provide updated recommendations to help maintain wellness
http://CDC H1N1 Flu site.
http://PandemicFlu.gov,
http://WHO Pandemic (H1N1) site.
CDC H1N1 Flu site.
PandemicFlu.gov, managed by the Department of Health and Human Services.
WHO Pandemic (H1N1) site.
Both the CDC and WHO recommend vaccinations for those in high-risk groups. Click on these links to review their recommendations: CDC, WHO.
These experts also recommend following everyday actions to help prevent the spread of germs that cause respiratory illnesses, such as H1N1.
Wash hands frequently with soap and water. Use alcohol-based hand cleaners if soap and water are not available.
Cover coughs and sneezes with tissues, and dispose of tissues promptly.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth.
Avoid close contact with sick people.
If you get sick with influenza, stay home from work or school and limit contact with others.
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