What is swine flu ? To get the answer in layman's language, I searched internet which retrieved me to a very reliable website called MedicineNet.com . The slogan of that website is so catchy 'We bring Doctor's knowledge to you'.
It is true that when the expert advice comes from a professional hand, it inspires the user. For me it always sounds good when health advice comes from a doctor.
Health experts define swine flu as respiratory disease caused
by influenza viruses that infect the respiratory tract of pigs which result in
barking cough, decreased appetite, nasal secretions etc. The virus can
create havoc by transmitting to humans as well. It is the most contagious
disease. The first outbreak of this disease is reported in 2009 and the
virus responsible for swine flu is H1N1.
Vaccination is the best way to prevent it. Two
antiviral agents zanamivir (Relenza) and Oseltamivir (Tamiflu) help prevent the
effects of this dreaded disease, provided if the affected persons takes within
48 hours of onset of symptoms.
Since, swine flu is contagious, it is better to be very cautious in oral hygiene, especially in public places.
Since, swine flu is contagious, it is better to be very cautious in oral hygiene, especially in public places.
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