Want to know how to prevent you and your family       from getting the Swine Flu???  Here’s what you can       do….

• Wash your hands often with soap and water. Alcohol base hand         cleaners are also effective.
• Try to stay in good general health.
• Do not go to work or school if you are ill.
• Cover your mouth or nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze.         Throw the tissue in the trash after you use it.
• Remember germs spread by touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
• Try to avoid close contact with sick people.

Symptoms:

• Fever
• Lethargy
• Lack of Appetite
• Coughing
• Possibly – runny nose, sore throat, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea

Recommendations:

If you or a       family member experiences a temperature of over 100 degrees, respiratory       symptoms, cough, sore throat, or a runny nose, you should contact your       health care provider. Please note that this does not necessarily mean you       will be tested for H1N1 flu. In most cases another component will be       necessary before testing such as a recent visit to Mexico. If testing is       necessary, this will be determined by the Health Department and your       Health Care Provider.  If you would like more information about the       swine flu, the website of the Coastal Health District iswww.gachd.orgor the       website for the Center of Disease Control is www.cdc.gov.