Visakhapatnam is on alert for swine flu once again with a man dead with flu symptoms. With the rainy season starting everyone should be extra careful when it comes to hygiene and safety.
Although the death comes as a shock to the community, especially since we haven't seen many cases of the flu for almost a year, the city is not new to the epidemic and the District Medical and Health Officer has assured the safety of Vizagities. She also announced that awareness campaigns will be started to spread the word about the H1N1 flu.
Here are some tips to avoid catching the Swine Flu
- Wash your hands often.
- Sneeze into your elbow and not your hands to avoid spreading any infection you might have.
- Avoid touching your face, nose and mouth with your hands as they are the entry points for the virus to go into your body.
- Use disinfectant sprays at home and in your car.
- Avoid traveling in crowdy places.
- Avoid hospitals if its not an emergency.
- Wear a face mask if possible.
Follow these tips and make you report to a hospital if you notice flu like symptoms in yourself or near and dear, early detection is the best possible treatment for the H1N1 flow.
Please comment if you have more tips or advice for our readers.
Vizag Central Staff Writers
