As surely everyone knows by now know, Swine Flu, also called the H1N1 virus, is increasingly becoming a great source of concern.
Although the symptoms of swine flu are generally similar to ordinary flu and the mortality rate is very low, the fear is that there will be a mutation and it would significantly more lethal.
More specifically, the symptoms of the swine flu look like standard influenza: sore throat, high fever, body aches and chills. Consequently, it may be very likely that numerous people have been in fact been infected but were able to overcome it and are simply not aware they ever had it. Although, it is important to mention that some individuals with healthy immune systems have died, the people most in danger are those with immune systems that are compromised and also children and the elderly.
There are numerous methods of guarding yourself against the H1N1 virus – one doesn’t really need to wait until swine flu symtoms manifest themselves to be cautious. Some quick advice: 1. Make sure your hands are sanitized. 2. Take your distance from areas where someone who has caught the virus is known to be present. 3. Be aware of incubation period. 4. If necessary wear a mask while in public.
Finally, we wish to report that the long awaited recent vaccine has been released. Nonetheless, it appears to have some risks so several physicians do not recommend using it. Use Google for more information.
