Taylor County H1N1
Flu (Swine Flu) Information
Symptoms:
A.
fever above 100.5
B.
aches
C.
coughing and
sneezing
D.
vomiting and
diarrhea
Suggestions:
1.
If symptoms
occur, see physician
2.
Begin antiviral
medications (Tamiflu, etc) within 48 hours of onset
of symptoms, under a physician’s guidance
3.
Reduce attendance
at crowded events
4.
Move away from
those who are sneezing and coughing
5.
Self-isolate if
symptoms appear; stay at home
6.
Reduce physical
contact (hand shaking, etc)
7.
Wash hands or use
hand sanitizer frequently
8.
Use antiviral
sprays and wipes to clean door knobs and other surfaces of contact with humans
These suggestions need to be incorporated into your
lifestyle as good measures for preventing contamination with any viral
diseases.
For more information, please
refer to the Abilene-Taylor County Health District or your local school
district
Helpful links:
Texas Department of State
Health Services http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/swineflu/
Center for Disease Control http://www.cdc.gov/