THEflu A, also called H1N1 flu, is disease caused by the Influenza A (H1N1) virus, which became widely known after the 2009 pandemic. This type of virus has genes from the human, swine and avian Influenza A virus and triggers a situation of flu more severe when compared to other types, thus requiring prevention effective.
The main symptoms of the flu H1N1 are high fever, muscle pain, sore throat and headache, prostration and dry cough. In some patients, complications may occur, such as bronchitis, sinusitis, pneumonia, in addition to extrapulmonary problems.
As it is a disease that can cause death, it is essential to know the ways to prevent it. Below we have prepared some important tips to prevent against H1N1.
→ Tips to prevent H1N1 flu
Vaccine
THE vaccination it is the most efficient form of protection against the flu. It is done annually, as the viruses that cause influenza mutate, and it is essential to monitor the changes so that the vaccine produced is really efficient. In addition, it is important to monitor and know the types that are circulating in the population. In 2016, the vaccine distributed by the Ministry of Health guarantees protection against Influenza A H1N1, Influenza A H3N2 and a strain (strain) of Influenza B.
Vaccination against H1N1 can be done in private and public establishments when vaccination campaigns begin. In the public health network, the provision of vaccines depends on the patient's classification into one of the following groups: gshelves and postpartum women (women within 45 days after delivery), children aged six months and under five years, elderly people aged 60 years and over, health workers, prison system employees, indigenous peoples, adolescents and young people under socio-educational measures, people deprived of liberty and people with chronic diseases. transferable.
Other forms of prevention
As with any type of flu, transmission usually occurs through contaminated saliva droplets that are suspended in the air. These droplets can come in contact with another person, causing them to be contaminated, or fall onto surfaces that can contaminate other individuals. Given the forms of contamination, it is clear that prevention is directly linked to hygiene.
Actions to avoid contamination by the Influenza A H1N1 virus
- Always wash your hands, especially after coughing and sneezing. To wash your hand, use soap and water or 70% alcohol. To use alcohol, it is important not to have visibly dirty hands;
- Use disposable tissues;
- Always leave the environment ventilated;
- Cover your mouth and nose whenever you sneeze or cough;
- Do not touch the eyes, nose and mouth area without the hand being clean;
- Do not share personal items such as bottles, glasses and cutlery;
- Avoid contact with a sick person, avoiding hugs, kisses and handshakes;
- Avoid agglomerations at times when the number of cases of the disease is high.
By Ma. Vanessa dos Santos
Source: Brazil School - https://brasilescola.uol.com.br/doencas/dicas-para-se-prevenir-gripe-h1n1-gripe-a.htm