by Guest
8/20/2009 9:54:00 AM
Question 1:
Is the swine flu virus air borne (Does it spread by air)?
Yes No
Answer:
No. The swine flu virus is not air borne. It does not spread through air. Swine flu transmits through droplets when someone sneezes directly on you or when you touch object on which the droplets have fallen and then touch your face.
Question 2:
Does a mask protect you from swine flu? Is it required to wear a mask at all times?
Yes No
Answer:
No. As per the WHO, a mask is not going to help you protect from swine flu. Since the virus is not airborne, a mask really does not help. However you need a mask if you are caring for a sick person. Ensure that you dispose it off immediately after use and WASH YOUR HANDS THOROUGHLY. Note: It is more important for infected persons to wear a mask.
Question 3:
There is no cure for swine flu?
True False
Answer:
False. Swine flu can be easily cured. In most cases patients recover without any medication. However, in case you suspect you have swine flu, it is important for yourself to get checked and take expert advise.
Question 4:
Is TamiFlu a vaccine for swine flu?
Yes No
Answer:
No. Tamiflu is not a vaccine. There is no vaccine for swine flu yet. Tamiflu is an antiviral drug used to cure swine flu. These drugs work best if started soon after infection, within 2 days of symptoms.
Question 5:
You need to store TamiFlu at home in case of emergency?
True False
Answer:
False. Please do not panic and store Tamiflu at home. It is dangerous to take any medication without expert advise. Tamiflu is known to have side effects and was banned by the Japanese ministry in 2007 for use on 10 to 19-year-olds after delirious behavior was observed in some children taking the drug. The ban is still in effect!
Question 6:
How long can the swine flu virus be viable on objects such as books, remote controls and door knobs?
1 - 2 Hours 2 - 8 hours 1 - 2 days Forever
Answer:
2 - 8 Hours. Studies have shown that the swine flu virus can survive on environmental surfaces and can infect a person for up to 2-8 hours after being deposited on the surface. It is important to sanitize (wash) your hands thoroughly after using or touching objects accessible to others. Remember any object - keyboards, plates, telephones are all suspects!
Question 7:
I can get tested for Swine Flu at any of the big hospitals
Yes No
Answer:
No. The government has identified hospitals and laboratories that are certified for testing swine flu. Only a few hospitals are authorized to take swab samples.
Preventive: You may consider using Homeopathic medicine Influenzum 200, a preventive homeopathic medicine 5 pill 3 times a day for 5 days.
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