Preventive measures
The routes of transmission of influenza A (H1N1) are considered similar to those of seasonal flu – microorganisms that are expelled by talking, sneezing or coughing -. Avoid contact with people with flu symptoms is one of the measures to prevent contagion.
They may also take some other tips:
* Avoid touching your mouth and nose.
* Wash hands frequently with soap and water or alcohol preparations.
* Reducing the time in public places.
* Keep windows open to encourage ventilation.
* Keep healthy habits: rest well, eat correctly and maintain regular physical activity.
* In the case of being in the presence of a sick person, use mask when in contact, then throw it away and wash your hands thoroughly.
When going to a professional?
It is not possible to differentiate influenza A (H1N1) influenza seasonal unfulfilled medical checkup. So if you have symptoms of influenza is important to avoid contact with others to prevent contagion. Nor is it advisable to travel in the case of suffering from flu symptoms.
Details to note about Influenza A (H1N1):
* The virus can live up to 10 hours a handle or surface.
* The alcohol gel to clean hands to the virus becomes inactive and kills him.
* The virus does not fly or reach over a meter away.
* The virus is incubated from 5 to 7 days, and the symptoms almost immediately.
* The virus is not fatal, but it is the complication of the disease it causes – pneumonia -.
* The pool water does not transmit the virus because it contains chemicals and is chlorinated.
* No chance of a relapse with the same disease, because it generates a pig virus immunity.
* Medicines for this disease should not be charged because the government provides all public and private schools.
* Vitamin C will not prevent the spread of the virus, but it helps to resist his attack.
* Pets are immune to this virus.
* Pregnant women are at equal risk of infection than other people.
* It is advisable to take acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) because they can cause other illnesses. It is important to consult doctor in case of swallowing for other reasons.
* People with diseases such as HIV, diabetes, cancer, etc., may suffer more complications when contracting the virus.
* The sun, be more than 5 days in the environment, soap, antiviral drugs and alcohol gel kills the virus.
* There is still no vaccine for this virus.
* There’s no risk of consuming pork.