Influenza A(H1N1)
Influenza A(H1N1), a newly emerged virus that is circulating amongst humans across the world, is an agent that can cause an acute infectious disease of the respiratory tract particularly for those with underlying chronic health conditions. Got the flu? What to do! a) High priority groups § Children younger than 5 years old § Persons aged 65 years and older § On long-term aspirin therapy § Pregnant women § Health conditions such as asthma, chronic lung disease, heath disease, kidney disease, organ failure, diabetes § Suppressed immunity such as those with HIV or undergoing cancer treatment § Residents of nursing homes and other chronic care facilities § If you don’t belong to any of the above but have had a fever of 38° Celsius for over two days. b) Others Playing our roles Each of us must play our respective roles and adopt preventive behaviours that will keep us and those we love safe from Influenza A(H1N1) infection. Families and communities can protect themselves by adopting a few key practices that will reduce their chances of becoming infected. Key actions are to always practice good hygiene, avoid crowded places and to stay at home if sick. Milder cases can be treated at home, reducing the burden on over-stretched health care services. Severe cases however must seek immediate medical attention, and people at home must know how to recognise symptoms of severity. National authorities will be providing regular advice so it is important to keep updated by visiting the Ministry of Health website. .......................................................................................... Prevention – What you need to do! Home care – What you need to do!
Influenza A(H1N1) Crisis Preparedness and Response Centre Influenza A(H1N1): Moms & Moms-to-be
• Pregnant women
• Breastfeeding moms • Talking to children (all MOH site) Got the flu? Clean hands save lives |
