H1N1
flu is also referred as Swine Flu, it’s also called Swine Flu because in the
past people who caught it had direct contact with pigs. Eventually when a new
virus emerged that spread among people who hadn’t been near pigs.
While
Swine Flu isn’t scary as it seemed few years back but protection against the
same is necessary.
Symptoms of Swine Flu
People
who have Swine Flu can be contagious one day before one has symptoms, and as
many as 7 days after they get sick. Most symptoms are same as seasonal flu
- Cough
- Fever
- Sore Throat
- Headache
- Chills
- Fatigue
- Running nose
5 tips to protect against Swine
Flu
- Don’t touch your face: Above all keep
hands away from eyes, mouth and nose as they all act as pathways for the
virus to enter your respiratory tract
- Wash your hands: Wash your
hands for 20 seconds using antibacterial soaps a few times in a day
- Use a sanitizer: no sink
nearby? Then use a sanitizer, they contain gel that contains alcohol in
order to kill bacteria and work most effectively in quick way
- Cover your nose &
mouth:
When somebody sneezes or coughs, liquid droplets packing flu viruses can
travel through air and descend on your nose & mouth. It is best to
maintain one arm’s length while talking with somebody
- Fruits & vegetables to
boost your immune system: Keep your body well nourished with healthy
food comprising of fruits rich in vitamins goes a long way to fight the
flu
