Warning Signs of the Swine Flu
The media has been buzzing lately over the topic of swine flu. As with any potential disaster, they've swarmed over it like flies over stink. The proximity of our neighbor, Mexico, and the dilemma they've run into with this flu (the H1N1 virus) has made it all the more worrisome to the general public of the United States. Many people have been panicking over sneezes, anxious over coughs, and inconsolable over runny noses. The fact is that many people don't understand the warning signs of swine flu.
1. The H1N1 flu is like any other flu. An infected person will have aches, fever, runny nose, cough, sore throat, congestion, fatigue, and chills.
2. Different flu symptoms in the initial stage may include vomiting and diarrhea.
3. Additional swine flu symptoms can be difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, chest pressure or pain, abdomen pressure or pain, sudden dizziness, confusion, and severe or persistent vomiting.
4. One common symptom of this particular flu is for symptoms to improve but then return, usually with a worsening fever or cough.
The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has issued several advisory steps to take when either dealing with or trying to avoid swine flu.
1. Some steps in swine flu prevention are to use hand sanitizer and to wash hands often and thoroughly. Most germs are transmitted from a surface to the hands and into the body from there.
2. The CDC has also said to avoid people who are sneezing or coughing. Although swine flu cases are relatively rare at this point in time, it is still best to avoid sick people if you want to keep from getting sick. This is a good habit to form prior to a major outbreak.
3. If you are sick, stay home. Do not go around and infect others. Chances are that you will recover faster by resting anyway. If a family member is sick, have them stay home as well. Be extra careful in keeping your hands clean in that case.
4. Do not touch your nose, eyes, or mouth if your hands are not clean. This spreads disease much more than just having dirty hands.
Although many people are worried and anxious about the spread of the H1N1 virus, there is no need to be overly concerned. Knowing the warning signs and taking steps to avoid swine flu is the best way to prevent infection.
About the Author
Jodi M. is a mom with a passion for keeping her family healthy. She highly recommends utilizing a full system approach to defending against the cold and flu. Her favorite product for ultimate prevention is a Hand Sanitizer Spray. Using a spray instead of a gel helps with absorption and makes it easier to apply to kids. And we all know that kids need to fight bacteria more than anyone! With the added benefit of aloe and acai your hands will never feel better! Doux Soleil makes a scientifically advanced hand sanitizer as part of a complete line of cold and flu products to help protect, support, fortify, and treat you and your family 365 days a year.
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