Swine Flu in the Philippines

In the news today, Health Secretary Francisco Duque III said, "There are no recorded cases in the Philippines in relation to the outbreak from Mexico and other infected countries." However, he stated that people still needs to observe important preventive measures.

The government assured that people from other countries entering the Philippines are being monitored at the airports. They are doing that through the help of thermal scanners. Those who are coming from countries where swine flu cases had been reported are monitored more closely, too.

There is no vaccine against swine influenza yet. However, people can avoid the said virus by doing the following:
- frequent hand-washing and usage of alcohol or hand sanitizers
- avoid close contact with people which includes handshaking and kissing
- usage of tissue when coughing
- usage of face or surgical mask while in public
- avoid close contact with sick people

The following are the signs and symptoms of swine flu:
- fever
- disorientation
- stiffness of the joints
- vomiting
- loss of consciousness

Consult your doctor or run to the nearest hospital immediately if those signs and symptoms appear.


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