WHAT THE GENERAL PUBLIC MUST KNOW ABOUT PANDEMIC INFLUENZA H1N1 2009

. What is Pandemic Influenza H1N1 2009?

· Pandemic Influenza H1N1 2009 is a disease that is caused by a virus that

affects the respiratory system.

· The symptoms of Pandemic Influenza H1N1 2009 are:

_ Fever

_ Cough or sore throat

_ Body aches

_ Headache, chills and fatigue

_ In some cases, vomiting and diarrhoea

· Complications of the disease include pneumonia and difficulty in breathing.

· Death may occur in persons who have other medical problems or

complications

How does Pandemic Influenza H1N1 2009 spread?

· Influenza viruses are mainly spread from one person to another through

droplets released during coughing or sneezing;

· Sometimes people may become infected by touching surfaces or holding

objects contaminated with influenza viruses (e.g., hands, door handles,

handkerchiefs, tissue paper) and then touching their own mouth, nose or

eyes.

Points to consider when developing Pandemic Influenza H1N1 2009 1 messages

for the public:

· The information should be relayed to the public as soon as possible to

facilitate prevention and control of the Pandemic Influenza H1N1 2009;

· The information should be adapted to specific socioeconomic circumstances,

especially culture and language;

· Messages must be accurate and simple and should be pre-tested for ease of

comprehension and applicability.

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