What you should know about Influenza A IB
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Swine flu is a respiratory disease acute contagious disease of pigs caused by multiple virus type A. The virus is spread by aerosols in pigs through direct and indirect contact.
Although not shown if the virus can be transmitted through pork, we are confident that proper cooking kills the virus since it does not withstand high temperature. Pretty well anything can eat well-cooked meat:).
The picture on the right are drawn the three ways of representing antigenic shift. Explains how the flu is transported from one species to another. You can enlarge the image by clicking on it.
Symptoms The symptoms of influenza are the same as that of the flu "always" or seasonal, but its presentation may range from an infection without symptoms to severe pneumonia can cause death.
- Fever over 38 degrees Celsius (100.4 Fahrenheit)
- frequent and intense cough
- Headache Poor appetite
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- Nasal Congestion
- Malaise
How to Prevent - Stay away from people with respiratory infections.
- not greet with kisses and handshakes.
- not share food, cups or cutlery.
- Ventilate and allow entry of sunlight in the house, offices and all enclosed places.
- Wash hands frequently with soap and water or alcohol gel. Either way is valid, and are equally good.
- Keep clean the kitchen kitchen and bathroom, doorknobs and handrails, toys, telephones or common objects.
- warmly and avoid sudden temperature changes.
- not smoke indoors or around children, the elderly or infirm.
- Avoid exposure to environmental pollutants.
- Seek immediate medical attention if symptoms appear already identified.
If you are sick in any kind of congestion with a cough, mucus, sneezing, etc. maintained minimal contact with others, to reduce the chance of infection. If you will consider using a mask and refilling once wet.
is not at all advisable to use a mask for those who are healthy and without symptoms. Because the chinstrap is moistened with exhaled air, forming a focus where bacteria can enter and so, instead of preventing the arrival of the virus to their mouth, which is attached to the mask and closer to you.
We all well, whatever we do our best. If it is cold, please dress warmly. Should you notice the symptoms mentioned do not panic and consult your doctor.
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