Swine Influenza
28/04/2009
Human cases of swine influenza have now been confirmed in several countries including Mexico, USA, Canada, Spain and the United Kingdom. This is an evolving situation and it is likely that more countries will be affected. A list of countries affected can be found at www.hpa.org.uk www.hpa.org.uk
The NHS in Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire is watching developments. We would urge anyone with flu-like symptoms to follow the usual steps of staying at home and contacting NHS Direct if they feel they need advice. NHS Direct can be contacted by calling 0845 46 47.
Anyone suffering from a cold or flu should remember the Catch It, Bin It, Kill It slogan.
CATCH IT – Germs spread easily. Always carry tissues and use them to catch your cough or sneeze.
BIN IT – Germs can live for several hours on tissues. Dispose of them as soon as possible.
KILL IT – Hands can transfer germs to any surface you touch. Clean your hands as soon as you can.
For more information on swine influenza visit the Health Protection Agency’s website
Published: 28 April 2009