Symptoms of Swine Flu
The symptoms of swine flu are usually like those of regular seasonal flu and include:
- headache
- chills
- cough
- fever
- loss of appetite
- aches
- fatigue
- runny nose
- sneezing
- watery eyes
- throat irritation
- nausea and vomiting
- diarrhea
- in people with chronic conditions, pneumonia may develop
Precautions Against Swine Flu
Good standard flu prevention techniques are recommended to protect yourself against swine flu:
- Get a regular seasonal flu vaccination. It might not help against this specific strain, but it won't hurt.
- Wash your hands frequently with soap and hot running water. If hot water is not available, use an alcohol-based hand gel.
- When you cough and sneeze, cover your mouth and nose. Wash your hands afterwards.
- Avoid being near others who might be sick.
- Stay home if you are sick, to avoid affecting others.
