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08-06-09, 05:46 AM
H1N1 still hanging overhead
8/7/2009 By Sgt. Robert Durham , Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni
MARINE CORPS AIR STATION IWAKUNI, Japan —
It may have disappeared almost entirely from television headlines but it certainly hasn’t disappeared from the planet, or Iwakuni for that matter.
Dozens of H1N1 cases have been reported in Iwakuni, and there have been two cases of H1N1 that have involved family members of station employees. Both patients were isolated and treated effectively. To ensure you don’t become number three, there are certain individual responsibilities you should consider.
BUMEDNOTE 6220 is designed to provide U.S. Navy guidance for effective treatment and prevention of H1N1. It has
plenty of tips to help you take care of yourself. Such as…
WEAR A MASK
If you are not feeling well and have to go out in public, wear a proper mask that covers your nose and mouth.
WASH YOUR HANDS
Hands should be washed a minimum of 20 seconds using liquid soap and water. Hand sanitizers can be used as long as your hands are not soiled. Make sure your hands are completely wet with sanitizer and you should rub your hands together until they are completely dry.
COVER YOUR MOUTH
If you can’t or won’t wear a mask, cover your mouth and nose with a tissue to avoid spreading germs to others, especially when you think you are going to sneeze or cough.
Most importantly, if you have symptoms including but not limited to sore throat, runny nose, body aches, headaches, chills and fatigue, isolate yourself immediately and notify the Branch Health Clinic, or report to urgent care. Many H1N1 cases are very similar to seasonal flu or a bad cold.
Several victims even reported vomiting and diarrhea. Remember, it is absolutely imperative to get treatment as soon as possible if you believe you may be infected with H1N1. Another thing H1N1 has in common with seasonal flu… it can kill you. You have to understand your role in protecting yourself and others against H1N1. For more information regarding the virus itself, visit www.cdc.gov or read BUMEDNOTE 6220.
Ellie
8/7/2009 By Sgt. Robert Durham , Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni
MARINE CORPS AIR STATION IWAKUNI, Japan —
It may have disappeared almost entirely from television headlines but it certainly hasn’t disappeared from the planet, or Iwakuni for that matter.
Dozens of H1N1 cases have been reported in Iwakuni, and there have been two cases of H1N1 that have involved family members of station employees. Both patients were isolated and treated effectively. To ensure you don’t become number three, there are certain individual responsibilities you should consider.
BUMEDNOTE 6220 is designed to provide U.S. Navy guidance for effective treatment and prevention of H1N1. It has
plenty of tips to help you take care of yourself. Such as…
WEAR A MASK
If you are not feeling well and have to go out in public, wear a proper mask that covers your nose and mouth.
WASH YOUR HANDS
Hands should be washed a minimum of 20 seconds using liquid soap and water. Hand sanitizers can be used as long as your hands are not soiled. Make sure your hands are completely wet with sanitizer and you should rub your hands together until they are completely dry.
COVER YOUR MOUTH
If you can’t or won’t wear a mask, cover your mouth and nose with a tissue to avoid spreading germs to others, especially when you think you are going to sneeze or cough.
Most importantly, if you have symptoms including but not limited to sore throat, runny nose, body aches, headaches, chills and fatigue, isolate yourself immediately and notify the Branch Health Clinic, or report to urgent care. Many H1N1 cases are very similar to seasonal flu or a bad cold.
Several victims even reported vomiting and diarrhea. Remember, it is absolutely imperative to get treatment as soon as possible if you believe you may be infected with H1N1. Another thing H1N1 has in common with seasonal flu… it can kill you. You have to understand your role in protecting yourself and others against H1N1. For more information regarding the virus itself, visit www.cdc.gov or read BUMEDNOTE 6220.
Ellie