Now everyone has probably seen the news or heard of fatalities caused by swine flu. It seems that we are facing a pandemic of swine flu, which means that outbreaks are seen around the world. But what exactly and how can we protect ourselves? Swine influenza is a form of influenza that began in pigs but can be captured by, and spread between people. The current outbreak, human infection with swine influenza A (H1N1) virus was confirmed in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom and other countries. Swine influenza is a respiratory disease of pigs caused by the influenza virus type A. Outbreaks of swine influenza is often the case in pigs.

People do not normally infected by swine influenza, although infections that happens sometimes. Recently, most human cases of swine influenza were people who were in close contact with pigs, such as farmers. During the current outbreak of the virus was transmitted from person to person contact. This has raised concerns that the epidemic could become a pandemic – a worldwide epidemic of flu that spreads rapidly because it is a new type of virus that few of us have a resistance. The normal type of influenza commonly called seasonal influenza caused by the influenza virus exists, it is a common infection that usually occurs during the winter. For most people, life is unpleasant, but not in danger of infection. Those most at risk from him, such as the elderly or those weakened by disease can not be given a vaccination against influenza.

The most effective way to stop or slow the spread of diseases such as swine flu is to prevent the spread of germs. Wash your hands regularly with soap and water and cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze, it is a council that has been given for many years is back again a very effective help prevent the spread of flu or fever, Also remember if you or a family member are sick or have symptoms of swine flu is much better to stay home from work or school and reduce the risk of spreading infection.

It is also noteworthy that the swine flu can not be caught by eating pork or pig other food related. It is also necessary to panic, we have effective treatments are effective antiviral drugs against swine flu if you have flu symptoms consult your doctor or pharmacist will be able to prescribe the drug correctly. Those most at risk are young children and the elderly with medical problems in the database. Remember to wash your hands regularly with soap and water to cover your mouth when you cough or sneeze, and staying away from work or school if you have flu symptoms, seek always professional medical advice.

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