Transcript How is the H1N1 Virus Spread?  It is mainly spread from person to person through coughing or sneezing by people with the H1N1 virus.  It may also be spread.

How
is
the
H1N1
Virus
Spread?
 It is mainly spread from
person to person
through coughing or
sneezing by people with
the H1N1 virus.
 It may also be spread by
touching an object or
surface with the Virus
on it and then touching
your mouth or nose.
What are the Signs and Symptoms?
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Fever
Cough
Sore Throat
Runny or Stuffy Nose
Body Aches
Headache
Chills and Fatigue
A significant number of people who have been
infected with the virus have also reported diarrhea and
vomiting
How Severe is the Illness?
 Similar to that of the seasonal flu
 Ranges from mild to severe
 Most recover without the need for medical attention
 Hospitalizations and Deaths have occurred
Who is at High Risk?
 Children younger than 5 years of age.
 People with the following medical conditions:
 Pregnant Women
 Diabetes
 Heart Disease
 Asthma
 Kidney Disease
 It does not appear that people older than 64 are at an
increased risk at this time.
 People that are at high risk should consult with their health
care provider.
How Long is an Infected Person
Contagious?
 People infected with the H1N1 virus may be able to
infect others from 1 day before getting sick to 5 to 7
days after.
 The contagious period can be longer in:
 Children
 People with a weakened immune system
What Should I Do If I Am Sick?
 CDC recommends if you are sick to stay home from
work and other activities until 24 hours after the fever
has gone away. Except to get medical attention.
 Keep away from others as much as possible.
 Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when
coughing or sneezing.
 Wash your hands often and every time you cough or
sneeze.
What Should I Do If I Have A Family
Member Who Is Sick?
 People who are well but have a family member who is
sick can go to work as usual.
 Monitor your health every day.
 Wash hands with soap and water every time you cough
or sneeze. Alcohol based hand sanitizer works as well.
 If you become ill you should notify your supervisor
and stay home from work.
When Should I Seek Medical
Attention?
In children
In Adults
 Fast breathing or trouble
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breathing
Bluish or gray skin color
Not drinking enough
fluids
Severe or persistent
vomiting
Not waking or interacting
Severe irritability
Flu-like symptoms leave
and then return with fever
and worse cough
• Difficulty breathing or
shortness of breath
• Pain or pressure in the
chest or abdomen
• Sudden dizziness
• Confusion
• Severe or persistent
vomiting
• Flu-like symptoms leave
and then return with fever
and worse cough
Are Their Treatments For The H1N1
Virus?
 Antiviral drugs:
 Oseltamivir
 Zanamivir
 Priority for use of antiviral drugs include:
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Severe Cases
High Risk Patients
 Vaccine
 H1N1 peek is in October
 Those at high risk will receive vaccine first
How Can We Prevent The Spread
Of H1N1? Prevention Is The
Key!!!!!!!
 Wash hands on a regular basis.
 Cover nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or
sneeze.
 Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth.
 Try to avoid close contact with people. (6 feet)
 If you are sick with H1N1 symptoms, CDC recommends
that you stay home from work or other activities for at
least 24 hours after your fever is gone.
Contamination And Cleaning
 Studies have shown that influenza virus can survive on
surfaces and can infect a person for 2 to 8 hours after
being deposited on the surface.
 Clean surfaces such as desks, door handles, phones,
etc.
What Kills The H1N1 Virus
 Heat (167-212 degrees F)
 Chlorine
 Hydrogen Peroxide
 Detergents (soap)
 Iodine based antiseptics
 Alcohols
Can you get novel H1N1 Influenza
from eating pork?
No. The H1N1 influenza virus is not
spread by food.
You cannot get H1N1 flu from eating pork
or pork products. Eating properly
handled and cooked pork products is
safe.
Questions?