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The Mexican government's recommendations for dealing with Swine Flu.


Mexican government recommendations


1. Wash your hands frequently with liquid soap
2. Do not congregate in public places.
3. Do not make physical contact when you meet people.
4. Do not share food.
5. Avoid touching your eyes nose or mouth.
6. Cover your mouth and nose when you sneeze.
7. Stay at home if you are sick.
8. Don’t get on public transport if you are ill.
9. Disinfect and clean anything touched by someone with the virus (e.g. plates, mugs, telephone sets, towels, bedding).
10. Inform the medical authorities if you think you may have the virus.
11. Don't spit on the ground.
12. Use disinfectant and try and keep you home as clean as possible. Clean basins, bannisters, doors, tables etc.
13. Keep your house as well ventilated as possible.
14. Use a handkerchief or a face mask when you talk.
Danger signs
If in addition to the standard symptoms of flu:
1. you have difficulty in breathing;
2. you have a pain in your chest;
3. you have blood in your snot or phlem;
4. or you feel unusually confused or sleepy.
Note
The main problems arising from the disease come from complications that may set in, in particular respiritary problems. This is why, if you get the virus, you should avoid smoking and polluted environments. But if you have the virus for about 24 hours without complications then the virus has probably run its course and you can return to work or your studies and normal activities.
Advice to health professionals.
(You have to be able to understand Spanish, I'm afraid.)
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