H1N1 Pandemic

How to Protect Yourself From The H1N1

Step 1
First and foremost is to try your best to avoid contact with anyone who appears to be coming down with something or who’ve been confirmed to have contracted the H1N1 Flu. Some of the side-effects may include coughing, sneezing, headaches, fever, sore-throat, chills, and aches and pains. The disease can spread prior to these symptoms. (But remember, many of these symptoms may also be caused by alergies or a more common cold.) Avoid touching your eyes, mouth, and nose as much as possible.

Step 2
You should definitely wash your hands and face frequently with soap and water. You may also consider using alcohol based cleaners. This can go a long way with keeping yourself healthy and avoiding to contract the H1N1 Flu. Make sure your children also wash regularly, especially before eating. (Children often don't have to strongest immune systems.)

Step 3
If you do happen to contract the H1N1 Flu, avoid spreading it further by following these recommendations by the CDC:

• Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hand cleaners* are also effective.
• If you are sick with flu-like illness, CDC recommends that you stay home for at least 24 hours after your fever is gone except to get medical care or for other necessities. (Your fever should be gone without the use of a fever-reducing medicine.) Keep away from others as much as possible to keep from making others sick.