WHO guidelines for prevention

WHO guidelines for prevention & care of A(H1N1)
WHAT YOU CAN DO TO PROTECT YOURSELF FROM A(H1N1)
DOs	DON'Ts
Reduce time spent in crowded places	Don't touch your mouth/nose
Improve airflow in your living space by opening windows	Don't have close contact with people who show influenza- like symptoms. Try to maintain a distance of atleast one meter
Practice good health habits- get adequate sleep, eat nutritious food, be physically active	Don't take an antiviral (Tamiflu) unless the healthcare provider advises it
Clean hands thoroughly with soap and water, especially after touching nose and mouth	Don't wear a mask unless you are sick
wear a mask if you are caring a sick person	Incorrect usage of masks will only increase risk in transmission.

WHAT YOU SHOULD DO IF YOU THINK YOU HAVE ILLNESS

You will not be able to tell the difference between seasonal flu and A(H1N1) without medical help. Watch out for typical symptoms: fever, cough, headache, body ache sore throat, runny nose. Only a laboratory test can confirm swine flu.
Seek medical help if you experience shortness of breath, or if a fever continues for more than 3 days. Children with fast or loboured breathing, continuous fevers, or seizures need medical help

IF YOU HAVE ANY OF THE SYMPTOMS

Stay at home and keep away from work, school or crowds.
Rest and take plenty of fluids
Cover your nose and mouth when sneezing and coughing, and if using tissues, dispose them carefully. Clean your hands immediately withy soap and water.
Using a mask will help you control the spread of droplets which carry infection to others
Inform family and friends about your illness and avoid contact with other people.
If possible contact a health professional before travelling to a health facility to discuss whether a medical examination is necessary