swine flu is in season - How to stay safe at Hostel

Swine flu, also known as the H1N1 virus, is a relatively new strain of an influenza virus that causes symptoms similar to the regular flu. It originated in pigs but is spread primarily from person to person.

Swine flu is very contagious. The disease is spread through saliva and mucus particles. People may spread it by:

• sneezing
• coughing
• touching a germ-covered surface and then touching their eyes or nose.

Some Symptoms of Swine Flu : 

The symptoms of swine flu are very much like those of regular influenza. They include:

• chills
• fever
• coughing
• sore throat
• runny or stuffy nose
• body aches
• fatigue
• diarrhea
• nausea and vomiting

Swine flu symptom relief :

Methods for managing the symptoms of swine flu are similar to the regular flu:

• Get plenty of rest. This will help your immune system focus on fighting the infection.
• Drink plenty of water and other liquids to prevent dehydration. Soup and clear juices will help replenish your body of lost nutrients.
• Take over-the-counter pain relievers for symptoms such as headache and sore throat.

Preventing swine flu

The best way to prevent swine flu is to get a yearly flu vaccination. Other easy ways to prevent swine flu include:

• frequently washing hands with soap or hand sanitizer
• not touching your nose, mouth, or eyes (The virus can survive on surfaces like telephones and tabletops.)
• staying home from work or school if you’re ill.
• avoiding large gatherings when swine flu is in season.

Wish you a good health. Incase of any problem Contact your Hostel Warden  or you can reach to KIMS.