 On July 28, 2009, the president of Vinh University, Assoc.Prof.Dr. Nguyen Ngoc Hoi, once again alerted Vinh University’s staff and students the speed of H1N1 Flu propagation and made an appeal for disease prevention and health protection at the circular letter No 1676/ ĐHV-CTCTHSSV-YT. According to this circular letter, he asked staff and students of Vinh University to be vigilant with H1N1 Flu and to carry out some basic measures proposed by competent medical organs.
The best protection measures for H1N1 are the SAME as for any influenza virus:
- Wash your hands with soap and water frequently and thoroughly. You may also use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth without washing your hands first.
- Cover your mouth and nose when you cough and sneeze by using your sleeve, a tissue, or a mask.
- Avoid or reduce the time spent in close contact with people who appear unwell and/or have a fever and cough.
- Reduce the time spent in crowded settings if possible.
- Keep a distance of at least 1 meter between you and other persons especially if they have influenza-like symptoms.
- Improve airflow in your living space by opening windows.
- Practice good health habits including getting adequate sleep, eating nutritious food, and keeping physically active.
- STAY HOME IF YOU HAVE A FEVER, COUGH and/or SORE THROAT
Relevant divisions at Vinh University are called to carry out urgent activities to prevent and control this dangerous pandemic (H1N1).
When having A (H1N1) flu symptoms, you have to call H1N1 Flu Control and Prevention division at 038 385 57 65 or doctor Tan at 0912 92 35 15.
Know the Difference between Cold and H1N1 Flu Symptoms
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Symptom
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Cold
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H1N1 Flu
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Fever
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Fever is rare with a cold.
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Fever is usually present with the flu in up to 80% of all flu cases. A temperature of 100°F or higher for 3 to 4 days is associated with the flu.
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Coughing
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A hacking, productive (mucus- producing) cough is often present with a cold.
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A non-productive (non-mucus producing) cough is usually present with the flu (sometimes referred to as dry cough).
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Aches
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Slight body aches and pains can be part of a cold.
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Severe aches and pains are common with the flu.
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Stuffy Nose
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Stuffy nose is commonly present with a cold and typically resolves spontaneously within a week.
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Stuffy nose is not commonly present with the flu.
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Chills
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Chills are uncommon with a cold.
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60% of people who have the flu experience chills.
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Tiredness
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Tiredness is fairly mild with a cold.
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Tiredness is moderate to severe with the flu.
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Sneezing
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Sneezing is commonly present with a cold.
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Sneezing is not common with the flu.
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Sudden Symptoms
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Cold symptoms tend to develop over a few days.
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The flu has a rapid onset within 3-6 hours. The flu hits hard and includes sudden symptoms like high fever, aches and pains.
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Headache
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A headache is fairly uncommon with a cold.
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A headache is very common with the flu, present in 80% of flu cases.
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Sore Throat
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Sore throat is commonly present with a cold.
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Sore throat is not commonly present with the flu.
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Chest Discomfort
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Chest discomfort is mild to moderate with a cold.
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Chest discomfort is often severe with the flu.
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Some pictures of A/H1N1 Flu situations in the world
Face to A (H1N1) flu
Supervising the Flu development
Inspection of local disease prevention and control
Immergency is always available
Patient's healtcare
A(H1N1) Flu appears every where
Dangerous situation
Equipment against A/H1N1Flu
Uniform for H1N1 flu prevention and control
Vaccination against H1N1 Flu
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