Information on Swine Flu
Symptoms
Swine flu is a virus disease caused by H1N1. Its symptoms include cough, fever, sore throat, stuffy or running nose, body aches, headache, chills, fatigue, diarrhea, vomiting etc. Later on, breathlessness, chest pain, drowsiness, fall in blood pressure, sputum mixed with blood, bluish discoloration of nails develops.
Prevention
Hands should be washed frequently, especially after coughing or sneezing. Mouth and nose should be covered while coughing or sneezing. Avoid touching eyes, nose, and mouth. If one develops flu-like symptoms, he should avoid meeting others until 24 hours after fever has been treated. People should also stay at least six feet away from those who show symptoms of the H1N1 virus.
Testing
Maximum amount set for H1N1 testing by private labs set at Rs. 4500.
Medicine
Oseltavimir (Tamiflu) - available free of cost at all Government hospitals. manufacturers have been asked to keep sufficient stock for supply in Delhi.
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