In Maldives, swine flue cases raised to total of 11. Out of these 2 were expatriate and remaining were Maldivians. One death was known. This is a critical situation for people of Maldives, hence the H1N1 virus is spreading in small islands. So, make prayers and make dhua to Allah regularly, not only when there is disaster. Please practice islam in the way prophet pbuh taught us.
Human swine flu was originally called 'swine flu' because it is similar to influenza viruses that infect pigs. The strain presently causing concern is a mutated form called Influenzavirus A (H1N1) or human swine influenza which can be spread from human to human. It can also be passed on by people who are carrying the virus but show no outward signs of illness.
How Does The Virus Spread?
- People become infected with the virus by inhaling droplets that have been coughed or sneezed out by an infected person.
- A person may also become infected by touching something with flu viruses on it and then touching their mouth or nose. The virus may survive for up to eight hours outside the human body.
What are the signs and symptoms of swine influenza in humans?
They are similar to those of regular flu, and include:
Body aches
Chills
Cough
Diarrhea (less common)
Headache
Temperature (fever)
Tiredness (fatigue)
Vomiting (less common)
What medications are there?
There are some drugs around that can effectively treat swine flu infection in humans - and many types of flu infections in humans. There are two main types: adamantanes (amantadine and remantadine) inhibitors of influenza neuraminidase (oseltamivir and zanamivir) Most previous swine influenza human cases recovered completely without the need for medical attention.
What can you do to protect yourself?
Wash your hands regularly with soap
Try to stay healthy
Get plenty of sleep
Do plenty of exercise
Drink plenty of liquids
Eat a well balanced diet
Refrain from touching surfaces which may have the virus
Do not get close to people who are sick
Stay away from crowded areas if there is a swine flu outbreak in your area
If I you are infected, how can you stop others from becoming infected?
Limit your contact with other people
Do not go to work or school
When you cough or sneeze cover your mouth with a tissue.
If you do not have a tissue, cover your mouth and nose.
Put your used tissues in a waste basket
Wash your hands and face regularly
Keep all surfaces you have touched clean
Follow your doctor's instructions
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