INFLUNZA A (H1N1)
Is an acute respiratory infection caused by influenza A virus (H1N1 subtype). It is spreading very fast to several countries including Malaysia as a result of the apparance of new form of influenza A virus (novel) which is due to generic mutation processes. Therefore, everyone is at risk once exposed to this virus due to absence of immunity in human body. It also considered as contagious diseases which can be transmitted from human to human.
ROUTE OF INFECTION
This communicable disease can be spread through :
1. Direct contact with infected person (via cough droplet or sneeze)
2. Surfaces contamined with Influenza A viruses (H1N1)
SYMPTOMS OF INFLUENZA A (H1N1)
1. High fever ( > 38 *C)
2. Cough
3. Sore throat
4. Difficulty in breathing
5. Bodyache / myalgia
SUSPECTED CASES
If YOU have the above symptoms AND
a. Have direct contact with Influenza A (H1N1) confirmed cases such as boarding with the
same car / aircraft or staying in the same house OR
b. recent ( within a week ) travel / visit to the areas which posses influenza A (H1N1) cases.
YOU are advised to seek immediate treatment at any goverment hospital.
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
Please kindly take note these measures :
1. Cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze. Do practice cough ettiquette accordingly
2. Wash your hands with soap and adequate water after cough / sneeze or touching any
polluted / contaminated surface
3. Proper housekeeping
4. You must use an appropriate protective mask if you are infected with influenza A (H1N1)
5. AVOID direct contact with influenza A (H1N1) cases or any crowded area
6. Please seek immediate treatment if you having Influenza A (H1N1) symptoms
7. Practice good personal hygiene at all time and have a balanced diet
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