How to Swine Flu Proof You and Your Family

Swine flu is a respiratory infection found in pigs that can effect people. Once a person is infected, those who are infected can pass the swine flu on to others. Since this disease has been confined to pigs, humans have not built up an immunity against it.

Even in the face this strain of flu, their are actions you can take to minimize your chances of being infected.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Avoid coughing in the faces of others to help stop the spread of Swine Flu. Instead, cough or sneeze into the crook of your arm. This is better than coughing or sneezing into your hands where germs are easily passed.

2. Wash hands frequently to minimize the spread of Swine Flu. We touch objects that are infested with germs. Door knobs are the worst-- daily, hundreds of people grip them. If this isn't possible, use hand sanitizer.

3. Avoid crowds. If you live in a highly populated city, this could be difficult.

4. Wear a mask to minimize exposure to the Swine Flu. Flimsy mask offer little protection. For the most protection, wear an M95 mask. It's sturdy, giving you the most protection.

Tips & Warnings

• Swine Flu is not passed by eating bacon. If you love bacon, keep loving it.
• Buy M95 Mask for best protection.
• Use hand sanitizer if you cannot wash your hands with very warm water and soap.
• If you had a flu shot, you are not protected from Swine Flu.

Resources

• Swine Influenza and You
• No Bias No Bull

[jenng]

on 7/19/2009 Great article on How to Swine Flu Proof You and Your Family 5*

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[ProWriter]

on 5/9/2009 Thanks, saggio for the stars and recommendation. :-)

[saggio]

on 5/7/2009 Thanks for sharing such important information, 5* and rec!

[ProWriter]

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