H1N1...HOW TO REDUCE THE IMPACT???

LET TALK About it!!!!

Influenza A, the flu, H1N1 become too familiar over the last few months. That virus can cause serious illness and many deaths because people are not immune to it and the impact on society can be crippling. So, what can be done to reduce the impact of influenza???
For starter, we have to be prepared. Prevent yourself and your family from falling ill by preparing for a pandemic. During a pandemic, many public services for instance clinics, hospitals, banks, government office and some more else may be disrupted, so, keep amount of cash. Store more essential supply to cut down on trips. Select non perishable food that do not require refrigeration or preparation. Stock up on milk formulas for infants and children or the elderly. On the other hand, store two weeks supply of fresh water in clean plastic container.
Secondly, what can we do is, maintain in communication especially in public gatherings. To distribute information to fellow members, we can prepare contact lists, including telephone numbers and email address. And to maintain contact with family members, find out where they will go in an emergency and how they will receive care.
Another way to reduce the impact of influenza is by managing medication. If you have the chronic illness such as heart disease, high blood pressure, asthma, depression and etc, continue taking the medications prescribed by your doctor. Make sure you have sufficient supply of these drugs. Also ensure that you discuss with your doctor how to continue on going medical care.