Can the virus live on surfaces, such as computer keyboards?
Flu viruses may be spread when a person touches droplets left by coughs and sneezes on hard surfaces (such as desks, door knobs, keyboards or pens) and then touches his or her mouth or nose. Flu virus can survive minutes to hours on surfaces (up to 8 hours). It is not necessary to disinfect these surfaces beyond routine cleaning. Management I am an employee and have been diagnosed with H1N1 Flu, do I need to notify my supervisor? Yes, you should notify your supervisor and stay at home. Consult your health care provider about treatment and self-isolation • Prescription anti-viral medications, Tamiflu and Relenza, are sometimes given to shorten the course of the flu and are most effective if given within 48 hours of symptoms starting. Anti-viral medications might not be necessary for those with mild flu symptoms. • Anti-viral medication might not be necessary for all patients with H1N1 infection, such as those with mild symptoms. • Monitor temperature and treat fever. • Get extra rest a
