People seem to have lost much of their fear regarding the swine flu in the past weeks, and are now thinking that the danger of infection is over. Unfortunately, this is far from true, and the H1N1 CDC wants you to know that many people are still at extreme risk of catching this disease, and urge you to please get vaccinated if you have not already done so.
There is plenty of vaccine available and you should be able to get vaccinated with little difficulty. The vaccine is effective and completely safe according to doctors and the Center for Disease Control out of Atlanta.
Many states are pleased to report that the numbers of people infected with the H1N1 virus have declined, with the exception of Alabama who is still suffering from widespread outbreaks of the swine flu. This virus is unpredictable, and in order to prevent further outbreaks people, especially those at high risk for the flu, should be given vaccines.
The H1N1 virus could still have another recurrence, and you should protect yourself and your family by getting the flu shot. The H1N1 CDC continues to monitor the county for signs of the swine flu or for any signs that the H1N1 virus is mutating, and will inform you if there are any changes in the current status of the virus.
Over the past year the CDC has been providing information to the public concerning the H1N1 virus. This has been through news releases as well as flyer’s and brochures. This information was also made available to parents of school children and to those who are considered at high risk for complications of the virus.
Guidance and school kits were provided to school administrators with guideline on how to fight the flu and prevent the widespread infection of children in schools. The H1N1 CDC will continue to help any community that experiences a widespread outbreak of the virus.
The guidelines for treating individuals who have been made ill by the swine flu have not changed. If you are ill, you should stay home and get plenty of rest. Keep hydrated with clear fluids and do not allow yourself to become dehydrated. Do not seek contact with other people who may catch the virus from you. Take medication to treat the coughing and fevers, many of which can be purchased over the counter. They may not cure H1N1, but they can help you with the painful symptoms.
If you are infected, or have a family member who is ill, then please seek medical attention. The H1N1 CDC urges you to follow their guidelines to help ease the suffering of those who are sick, and remind you again to get vaccinated.