INTRODUCTION

Swine
zSwine flu, flu
alsoalso
known known as virus
as the H1N1 the H1N1 virus is
is a respiratory
disease caused by influenza viruses that infect the respiratory
atract
respiratory disease
of pigs and result caused
in a barking by influenza
cough, decreased appetite,
viruses thatandinfect
nasal secretions listless the respiratory
behavior the virus can betract of
transmitted
to humans. Swine flu viruses may mutate (change) so that they
pigs and
are easily result in
transmissible a barking
among humans. cough,
decreased appetite,
Swine flu, also known nasalvirus
as the H1N1 infections and
is a respiratory disease
caused by influenza viruses that infect the respiratory tract of
listless behavior,
pigs and result in a barkingthese virusesappetite,
cough, decreased can be nasal
transmitted to humans.
secretions and listless Swine
behavior the virus can beflu viruses
transmitted to
humans. Swine flu viruses may mutate (change) so that they are
may mutate (change)
easily transmissible among humans. so that they are easily
transmissible among humans.
 SWINE FLU
CHARACTERISTICS
The virus is passed to others through contact with
infected respiratory droplets caused by coughing
or sneezing

Adults are contagious beginning 1 day before the

onset of symptoms and up to 24 hours after their
fever has subsided (without taking fever reducing
medicines such as Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen)

The virus can live on hard surfaces from 2-8

hours.
 HOW IS IT
TRANSMITTED?
Swine flu is transmitted from person
to person by inhalation or ingestion of
droplets containing virus from people
sneezing or coughing.

It is not transmitted by eating

cooked pork products.
SYMPTOMS
chills
fever
coughing
sore throat
runny or stuffy nose
body aches
fatigue
diarrhea
nausea and vomiting
 DIAGNOSIS
To diagnose swine
influenza A infection a
respiratory specimen
would generally need to
be collected within first
4 to 5 days of illness.
However, some persons
especially children may
shed virus for 10 days or
longer .
 PREVENTION
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
 MEDICATION
There are four different antiviral drugs that are
licensed for the treatment of influenza:

Amantidine
Rimantadine
Oseltamivir
Zanamivir
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.
TAKE THESE EVERYDAY STEPS TO
PROTECT YOUR HEALTH
Wash your hands often
with soap and warm water,
especially after you cough
or sneeze. Wash at least
for 15-20 seconds.
Cover your nose and
mouth with a tissue when
you cough or sneeze.
Avoid contact with sick
people.