In early 2009, the world was shaken by the news of a new influenza virus that was spreading around Mexico and slaughtering some of those infected. First dubbed 'swine flu' by the media, the H1N1 flu pathogen has been spreading fast across all 5 continents in the time of this writing. The H1N1 influenza pathogen has received much media attention as it is highly contagious.
it could also cause death in high risk groups like youngsters, pregnant girls, the old and those suffering from medical illnesses like diabetes, hypertension, heart problems, obesity and other medical issues.The deaths aren't from the virus itself but the H1N1 virus can increase present medical problems and often cause other issues like pneumonia, leading to death.
Looking after Your General Health the most vital thing is to look after your general health.
Cut down on high cholesterol and sweet products like alcohol-free drinks, sweet treats and junk food. Remember, obesity is one of the high risk groups for H1N1-related deaths. Private cleanliness care is most critical as the virus can spread through contact with a polluted surface like a door handle, railings, table surfaces and that kind of stuff.
Throwaway face masks are freely available in drugstores. One of the finest type of masks to wear would be the N95 face masks. Don't Touch Your Mouth and Nose try and avoid touching your face, especially your mouth and nose, when in public. You could have touched a tarnished surface and may transfer the H1N1 virus unknowingly to oneself. Wearing a face mask might help to remind you not to touch your face.
Avoid Crowded Area and Wear a Face Mask if you can not. Try and avoid crowded areas like theatres, discos, shopping malls and markets if you can. If you've got to go to an overcrowded area, wear a face mask. One of the finest sort of masks to wear would be the N95 face masks. Try and avoid touching your face, particularly your mouth and nose, when in public areas. You'll have touched a poisoned surface and may transfer the H1N1 virus unknowingly to oneself.If you're sick and suspect that you've got the H1N1 flu, then go to a doctor to find treatment.
Later, if you aren't hospitalized, stay at your hotel room to recuperate.
Medical costs can be costly in another country and you have to be prepared in the event of an emergency.
it could also cause death in high risk groups like youngsters, pregnant girls, the old and those suffering from medical illnesses like diabetes, hypertension, heart problems, obesity and other medical issues.The deaths aren't from the virus itself but the H1N1 virus can increase present medical problems and often cause other issues like pneumonia, leading to death.
Looking after Your General Health the most vital thing is to look after your general health.
Cut down on high cholesterol and sweet products like alcohol-free drinks, sweet treats and junk food. Remember, obesity is one of the high risk groups for H1N1-related deaths. Private cleanliness care is most critical as the virus can spread through contact with a polluted surface like a door handle, railings, table surfaces and that kind of stuff.
Throwaway face masks are freely available in drugstores. One of the finest type of masks to wear would be the N95 face masks. Don't Touch Your Mouth and Nose try and avoid touching your face, especially your mouth and nose, when in public. You could have touched a tarnished surface and may transfer the H1N1 virus unknowingly to oneself. Wearing a face mask might help to remind you not to touch your face.
Avoid Crowded Area and Wear a Face Mask if you can not. Try and avoid crowded areas like theatres, discos, shopping malls and markets if you can. If you've got to go to an overcrowded area, wear a face mask. One of the finest sort of masks to wear would be the N95 face masks. Try and avoid touching your face, particularly your mouth and nose, when in public areas. You'll have touched a poisoned surface and may transfer the H1N1 virus unknowingly to oneself.If you're sick and suspect that you've got the H1N1 flu, then go to a doctor to find treatment.
Later, if you aren't hospitalized, stay at your hotel room to recuperate.
Medical costs can be costly in another country and you have to be prepared in the event of an emergency.
About the Author:
Braniff writes articles that inform you how to prepare yourself when traveling to countries with the H1N1 virus and also about preventing swine flu
