MEDIA RELEASE
TO: News Room
FROM: Michele Hider, Communications Manager
DATE: 25 June 2009
SUBJECT: CDHB Swine Flu Update – 25 June 2009
People who have been to a Canterbury Flu Centre and later become more unwell
should return for further assessment, according to Dr Phil Schroeder, who leads the
Canterbury Primary Pandemic Group.
"We don't want people to think that just because they have been seen once that they
cannot seek further medical help if their condition deteriorates," he said.
A total of 103 people were seen at the central Christchurch Flu Centre yesterday
and two were seen at the Ashburton Flu Centre. This followed 876 calls to the
Canterbury Flu Line (0800 37 30 37).
While all people with flu symptoms in Canterbury are not being swabbed to determine
whether they have Influenza A (H1N1), the location of confirmed cases has shown
that the illness is now in most parts of the city.
"It is likely that many GPs will have by now seen someone with Swine Flu and we are
stressing to General Practices that they need to advise their patients to call the 0800
number if they have flu symptoms, rather than visit surgeries and risk infecting staff
and other patients," Dr Schroeder said. "Given their need to be in close contact with
patients, staff in General Practices and After Hours surgeries are also advised to take
infection control precautions, just in case the patient has Influenza A (H1N1)".
"These really are exceptional circumstances for the health sector. As well as General
Practices taking special measures to protect staff, they will need to commit resources
to supporting the pandemic response. We need to do this to ensure that we can look
after both those who are sick with flu and those who are ill with all the conditions that
we see everyday," Dr Schroeder said.
Although most people will be able to manage at home, anyone in
Canterbury who is worried about their flu symptoms should telephone the
Canterbury Flu Line on 0800 37 30 37. An appointment will be made at one of the
region's Flu Centres if necessary. People with influenza should not visit a General
Practice, pharmacy, hospital or other health provider. This will put other people at risk
of getting the flu.
看来情况挺紧张,发个帖子,希望大家认真阅读。保护自己也保护他人。。。。
What is influenza A (H1N1)?
The new influenza A (H1N1), commonly known as “swine flu”, is a new virus. It was first detected in people in Mexico and the United States in April 2009, and it may have been circulating in Mexico for some weeks before that. By early June 2009, over 70 countries had reported people who had at some time been sick with the new virus. The new influenza A (H1N1) can spread from person-to-person, probably in much the same way that regular seasonal influenza viruses spread. It is a different strain of influenza from the seasonal flu viruses which circulate around New Zealand in winter. The new influenza A (H1N1) has developed from the re-assortment of a number of other influenza viruses.
How could I catch the new influenza A (H1N1)?
When infected people cough or sneeze, infected droplets get on their hands, drop onto surfaces, or are dispersed into the air. Another person nearby can breathe in the droplets, or touch infected hands or surfaces, and be exposed. To prevent spread, people should wash and dry their hands regularly, and sick people should cover their mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing, and stay home until they are well.
当受感染的病人咳嗽或者是擤鼻涕的时候感染的细胞就会传到手上或者是用的纸巾上和空气中。 如果你在旁边就有可能将细菌吸入导致感染。。
防范传染应避免接触流感样症状(发热,咳嗽,流涕等)或肺炎等呼吸道病人;注意个人卫生,经常使用肥皂和清水洗手,至少洗20秒。尤其在咳嗽或打喷嚏后;避免前往人群拥挤场所;咳嗽或打喷嚏时用纸巾遮住口鼻,然后将纸巾丢进垃圾桶;
如果你有症状,请留在家里,打电话给医生。。不要去医院。以防感染他人。
What are the symptoms?
The symptoms of the new influenza A (H1N1) virus in people are similar to the symptoms of seasonal flu and can include fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. Some people who have been infected with this virus have also reported diarrhoea and vomiting. Also, like seasonal flu, in rare instances overseas severe illness and death has occurred. The WHO says you will not be able to tell the difference between seasonal flu and non-seasonal influenza A (H1N1) without medical help.
How long is someone infectious?
The new influenza A (H1N1) virus seems to behave in the same way as seasonal flu - people may be contagious from one day before they develop symptoms, until seven days after the onset of symptoms.
人感染猪流感潜伏期一般1至7天左右,传染期是从症状出现的第一天到第7天。跟正常的流感周期一样。
Can I get the new influenza A (H1N1) virus, known as swine flu, from eating or preparing pork?
No. Eating properly handled and cooked pork products will not spread the disease.
感染猪流感和跟猪接触或者是吃猪肉没有关系。。。。
How can I prepare my household for a possible influenza pandemic?
You should plan how your household will respond to a pandemic. Consider who will look after those in your extended family who may fall ill. There could be childcare considerations if schools and daycare facilities are closed to halt the virus spread. Are you able to work from home? Who could deliver groceries or meals to sick family members if they need them?
If there comes a time when there is community spread of the virus in New Zealand, you will want to ensure you have a supply of any essential medication, stocks of paracetamol and tissues in case you contract the virus, and enough food that you could go a few days without needing to leave home.
What can I do to protect myself from getting sick?
An international collaborative effort is underway to produce a vaccine for swine flu. In the meantime, there are steps you can take to protect your health and the health of others.
You should:
Wash your hands often with soap and water and dry them thoroughly. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also effective. Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth as germs spread this way.
Try to avoid close contact with people you know to be sick.
Reduce time spent in crowded settings.
全世界很多国家都在一起研制猪流感的育苗,在没有上市之前我们能够做的预防办法有以下几种:
常洗手,或者是用酒精式的消毒液清洗消毒。
远离有感冒症状的人
远离人多的地方。。。。
What should I do if I get sick?
If you have recently traveled overseas, particularly to a country which has reported community-based transmission, and you develop flu-like symptoms within seven days of returning, you should seek medical advice.
For further information about countries with community-based transmission, refer to our travel advice: http://wmn12/moh.nsf/indexmh/influenza-a-h1n1-public#travel
Ring ahead to let your GP know you have influenza-like symptoms, or call Healthline on 0800-611-116. Stay home for the duration of your symptoms (around seven days) to prevent spreading the virus to others.
The WHO also suggests that if you have influenza you should:
• rest and take plenty of fluids;
• cover your nose and mouth when coughing and sneezing and, if using tissues, make sure you dispose of them carefully. Clean your hands immediately after with soap and water or cleanse them with an alcohol-based hand rub;
• if you do not have a tissue close by when you cough or sneeze, cover your mouth as much as possible with the crook of your elbow;
• If you have some, you could use a mask to help you contain the spread of droplets when you are around others, but be sure to use the mask correctly;
• inform family and friends about your illness and try to avoid close contact with other people.
不能随便去医院的,医院里有罹患各种疾病的病人,抵抗力差,很容易感染到流感病毒,本来身体就虚弱,流感可能会加重病情甚至造成死亡。 再者病毒可能会传染给医院的工作人员,这样医院里不就完全乱了套了嘛。流行病一旦大面积传染,应该开设专门地点,让有流行病症状的人都去那里就诊。惠灵顿好像已经开放了一个flu centre