What is Influenza (Flu)?
The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza
viruses that infect the nose, throat, and lungs.1
Most infected people recover within one to two weeks without
requiring medical treatment. However, at times flu can lead to
severe complications like pneumonia and may lead to hospitalization.2
What is H1N1 flu?
Flu caused by H1N1 influenza virus is called as H1N1 flu. H1N1 is a new
influenza virus causing illness in people. This new virus was
first detected in people in April 2009. This virus is spreading
from person-to-person worldwide, probably in much the same way
that regular seasonal influenza viruses spread.3
Coughing and Sneezing
People with flu can spread it to others up to about six feet away. Flu viruses spread mainly through tiny droplets made when people with flu cough, sneeze, or talk. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or be inhaled into the lungs.4
Touching infected surfaces and objects:
People can also be exposed to flu by touching a surface or object that has flu virus on it and then touching their mouth, eyes, or nose. Studies have shown that human flu viruses generally can survive on surfaces.4
Coughing and Sneezing
People with flu can spread it to others up to about six feet away. Flu viruses spread mainly through tiny droplets made when people with flu cough, sneeze, or talk. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or be inhaled into the lungs.4
Touching infected surfaces and objects:
People can also be exposed to flu by touching a surface or object that has flu virus on it and then touching their mouth, eyes, or nose. Studies have shown that human flu viruses generally can survive on surfaces.4
The flu is different from a common cold. The flu presents itself suddenly and spreads easily.
The common symptoms of Influenza are:5
In most people recovery takes from a few days to less than two weeks. But in some cases, patients may develop complications (such as pneumonia) as a result of the flu, which may lead to hospitalization.5
In most people recovery takes from a few days to less than two weeks. But in some cases, patients may develop complications (such as pneumonia) as a result of the flu, which may lead to hospitalization.5
In most people recovery takes from a few days to less than two weeks. But in some cases, patients may develop complications (such as pneumonia) as a result of the flu, which may lead to hospitalization.5
In most people recovery takes from a few days to less than two weeks. But in some cases, patients may develop complications (such as pneumonia) as a result of the flu, which may lead to hospitalization.5
In most people recovery takes from a few days to less than two weeks. But in some cases, patients may develop complications (such as pneumonia) as a result of the flu, which may lead to hospitalization.5
In most people recovery takes from a few days to less than two weeks. But in some cases, patients may develop complications (such as pneumonia) as a result of the flu, which may lead to hospitalization.5
In most people recovery takes from a few days to less than two weeks. But in some cases, patients may develop complications (such as pneumonia) as a result of the flu, which may lead to hospitalization.5
Take everyday preventive actions
Take proper precautions when around an infected person.
Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze.
Wash your hands often with soap and water
Flu vaccination for Pregnant Woman
Vaccination of high risk persons is especially important to decrease their risk of severe
flu illness especially pregnant women.
Please consult a doctor to know more on flu and flu vaccination.
Take everyday preventive actions
Flu vaccination for Pregnant Woman
