Swine flu, also known as the H1N1 virus, made headlines in 2009 when it was declared a pandemic. Pandemics are contagious diseases affecting people throughout the world or on multiple continents at the same time. H1N1 has already been seen in 74 countries across the globe. This viruses infect the respiratory tract of pigs and result in a barking cough, decreased appetite, nasal secretions, and listless behaviour; the virus can be transmitted to humans.
The symptoms of swine flu are similar to those of other strains of seasonal flu:
Things For the people who are sick to help yourself get better and prevent the spread of the virus by doing the following:
There are ways to protect yourself from catching the swine flu virus:
Home Remedies for Swine Flu:
1. Have five duly washed leaves of Tulsi (known as Basil in English; medicinal name Ocimum sanctum) everyday in the morning.
2. A small piece of camphor (kapoor) approximately the size of a tablet should be taken once or twice a month.
3. Those who can take garlic, must have two pods of raw garlic first thing in the morning.
4. Those not allergic to milk, must take a glass of hot or lukewarm milk every night with a small measure of haldi (turmeric).
5. Aloe vera (gwarpatha) too is a commonly available plant. Its thick and long, cactus-like leaves have an odourless gel. A teaspoon gel taken with water daily can work wonders for not only your skin and joint pains, but also boost immunity.
6. Have citrus fruits, particularly Vitamin C rich Amla (Indian gooseberry) juice.
Be careful, Be Healthy.
The symptoms of swine flu are similar to those of other strains of seasonal flu:
- Temperature over 38C/100.4F
- Unusual tiredness
- Headache
- Runny nose
- Sore throat
- Shortness of breath or cough
- Loss of appetite
- Aching muscles
- Diarrhoea
- Vomiting
Things For the people who are sick to help yourself get better and prevent the spread of the virus by doing the following:
- Don't go for work or scholl if you are sick. Need to stay at home.
- Sick people should stay at least 1 metre away from other people.
- Take rest and drink plenty of fluids.
- Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing and throw your used tissue in the garbage. If you do not have tissue available, cough or sneeze into your sleeve or hands, away from others and wash your hands thoroughly afterwards.
- Wash your hands with soap and water throughout the day and make sure to wash your hands with soap for at least 15 seconds. If you don't have access to soap and water, Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
There are ways to protect yourself from catching the swine flu virus:
- You should avoid close contact with people who are sick and who have symptoms of swine flu (e.g., fever, cough, sore throat).
- Wash your hands with soap and water frequently and thoroughly. To ensure proper sanitization, you should wash your hands with soap for at least 15 seconds. Use alcohol-based sanitizers if hand-washing is not convenient same as above i have mention.
- Get an annual influenza immunization (flu shot). This may not protect you from swine flu, but it can prevent some strains of human influenza. This helps avoid the situation of becoming infected with both swine and human influenza at the same time.
- Practise good health habits such as getting enough sleep, eating a nutritious diet, and staying physically active.
Home Remedies for Swine Flu:
1. Have five duly washed leaves of Tulsi (known as Basil in English; medicinal name Ocimum sanctum) everyday in the morning.
2. A small piece of camphor (kapoor) approximately the size of a tablet should be taken once or twice a month.
3. Those who can take garlic, must have two pods of raw garlic first thing in the morning.
4. Those not allergic to milk, must take a glass of hot or lukewarm milk every night with a small measure of haldi (turmeric).
5. Aloe vera (gwarpatha) too is a commonly available plant. Its thick and long, cactus-like leaves have an odourless gel. A teaspoon gel taken with water daily can work wonders for not only your skin and joint pains, but also boost immunity.
6. Have citrus fruits, particularly Vitamin C rich Amla (Indian gooseberry) juice.
Be careful, Be Healthy.
