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Influenza A (H1N1)

Influenza A (H1N1). Updated: 20 th June 2009. What is Influenza A (H1N1) ?. Influenza A (H1N1) is a group of influenza viruses. The current swine flu which is infecting people is a new strain – influenza A/H1N1. Not certain how it developed/ mutated.

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Influenza A (H1N1)

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  1. Influenza A (H1N1) Updated: 20th June 2009 Shangri-la Hotel Kuala Lumpur

  2. What is Influenza A (H1N1) ? • Influenza A (H1N1) is a group of influenza viruses. • The current swine flu which is infecting people is a new strain – influenza A/H1N1. • Not certain how it developed/ mutated. Shangri-la Hotel Kuala Lumpur

  3. What is the current Influenza A(H1N1) virus status? • CDC/WHO have determined that this virus is contagious and is spreading from human to human. • On June 11, 2009, WHO raised the worldwide pandemic alert level to Phase 6 • A level 6 alert means the disease has become widespread globally (pandemic) • The disease has spread to more than 70 countries with about 27,000 infections. Shangri-la Hotel Kuala Lumpur

  4. H1N1 Flu Cases (more than 200) - World Shangri-la Hotel Kuala Lumpur

  5. Symptoms... High fever - 38 °C & above Sore throat Cough and running nose Shangri-la Hotel Kuala Lumpur

  6. Symptoms... Joint and muscle pain General tiredness Breathlessness Shangri-la Hotel Kuala Lumpur

  7. Symptoms... Vomiting and diarrhea occasionally Shangri-la Hotel Kuala Lumpur

  8. A 17-year-old girl admitted to the Kuala Lumpur Hospital has been identified as the first locally transmitted A(H1N1) case in Malaysia. on Wednesday, 17th June. The teenager had not visited any of the countries where a flu pandemic had been declared. Investigations revealed that the girl had contact with the 12th case that was confirmed on June 13. 1st Local Transmission Malaysia Status : 35 confirm cases Adapted from : The Star, Wed 17 June 2009 Shangri-la Hotel Kuala Lumpur

  9. The dos and don'ts of H1N1 Do • Frequent hand washing with soap and water or with alcohol-based hand sanitizer. • Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing. • Stay at home if you have flu like symptom Shangri-la Hotel Kuala Lumpur

  10. The dos and don'ts of H1N1 Do • Disinfect surfaces (eg: surfaces in the bathroom, children’s toys, phone handles, doorknobs) with a disinfectant. • Disinfected eating utensils in a dishwasher or by hand with detergent and sanitizer. Shangri-la Hotel Kuala Lumpur

  11. The dos and don'ts of H1N1 Do • Wash linens (such as bed sheets and towels) by using household laundry soap and tumble dry on a hot setting. • Wear gloves when handling dirty laundry. • Throw away tissues and other items used by the suspected person. Shangri-la Hotel Kuala Lumpur

  12. The dos and don'ts of H1N1 Do • Linens, eating utensils, and dishes belonging to those who are suspected should not be shared without disinfecting thoroughly first. • Cleaning & sanitation of utensils and hardware to be done more frequently • Use gloves to dispose used tissues and similar waste Shangri-la Hotel Kuala Lumpur

  13. The dos and don'ts of H1N1 Don'ts • Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth • Avoid direct contact with people who are sick. • Avoid sneezing or coughing without covering your mouth X Shangri-la Hotel Kuala Lumpur

  14. The dos and don'ts of H1N1 Don'ts • Avoid shaking hands, hugging and kissing while greeting • Avoid “hugging” laundry prior to washing it to prevent contaminating yourself. X X Shangri-la Hotel Kuala Lumpur

  15. The dos and don'ts of H1N1 Don'ts • Avoid crowded places • Avoid contact with other people if you have flu like symptom • Avoid traveling / postpone traveling to infected countries (as per slide 4) X X Shangri-la Hotel Kuala Lumpur

  16. Remember: Regular hand washing is the key to prevention! Sanitize Wash Thank you Shangri-la Hotel Kuala Lumpur

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