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H1N1, Swine flu : WHO Guidelines to protect against infection

August 15th, 2009 No comments

Precautions

  1. Avoid close contact with people who appear unwell and who have fever and cough.
  2. Wash your hands with soap and water frequently and thoroughly.handwashing Use alcohol-based hand rub if you don’t have immediate access to soap and water.
  3. Practice good health habits including adequate sleep, eating nutritious food and keeping physically active.
  4. Cover mouth and nose with a proper mask while caring for an ill person or when in crowded places
  5. Avoid touching your eyes, mouth and nose.
  6. Cover your mouth and nose while coughing/sneezing.

How can I protect myself from influenza A(H1N1) when I am travelling?

  • People who are ill should delay travel plans.
  • Returning travelers who become ill should contact their health care provider.

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Swine Flu symptoms and warning signs for urgent medical attention

August 13th, 2009 No comments

 

In this video, Dr. Joe Bresee, with CDC’s Influenza Division, describes the symptoms of swine flu and warning signs to look for that indicate the need for urgent medical attention.

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Swine flu Map

August 13th, 2009 No comments

Organ transplantation surgeries and myths

May 20th, 2009 1 comment

Organ transplantation surgeries are not proceeding at the desired levels, it is not the funds, infrastructure or expertise that are lacking, but organs.

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From what young Stanley George did through his death about a month ago, our society has a lot to learn. He is the youngest deceased organ donor in Kerala.The organ donation process was mediated through the Society for Organ donation and Transplantation (SORT).

The 16 year old boy given a new lease of life to Ravindran, 45,suffering from end-stage liver disease, Honey Prabhakar, 22, and Indhu, 42, suffering from end-stage renal disease and eyes were donated to the Little Flower hospital, Angamaly.

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For more information www.sortcochin.org

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