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Swine flu symptoms are generally able to be recognized early. Prompt recognition is vital to help you make a quick recovery.
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The World Health Organization recently announced that over 6,750 swine flu deaths have occured, so make sure you know common H1N1 swine flu symptoms so that you can get medical help quickly.
What are common H1N1 swine flu symptoms?
The below list is the most common swine flu symptoms. If you display any of these signs, you should immediately consult with a physician and begin taking medication for the flu:
- High fever
- Dehydration
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- Bloody mucus
How to prevent catching H1N1 when a loved one has swine flu
If a loved one has swine flu symptoms or been diagnosed with H1N1, it is difficult to both provide care and ensure your health and safety while caring for them. The below list are some tips and tricks to help prevent swine flu symptoms from occuring in you:
- Wear a face mask when caring for a loved one with swine flu
- Cough into your elbow
- Wash hands for 20 seconds in very hot, soapy water
- Sneeze into your elbow
Swine flu is a real and dangerous threat. Steer clear of all swine flu symptoms and signs by following the above list when caring for a loved one and immediately consulting with a physician if you display any signs of H1N1.
Comments
my cousin is sick and i think she has the H1N1
my sister is sick with fever and chills!duno what should we do!please help!
Make sure she stays home away from everybody if the symptoms are mild. Drink plenty fluids and wash hands frequently.
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