Does swine flu pose a more serious threat to pregnant women?
All viruses are potentially dangerous to pregnant women as their immune systems are under extra strain – but they should be fine if they eat well and keep up essential minerals. Q: What is being done in the UK to prevent the infection? A: The people in contact with the infected individuals are being “appropriately cared for,” after showing “mild” symptoms which have not been confirmed as swine flu. They are receiving drugs at home, not in hospital. The HPA has advised people to follow general infection control practices and good hygiene to reduce transmission of all viruses. This includes covering their nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing, disposing of dirty tissues promptly and carefully, washing hands frequently with soap and water and cleaning surfaces which are regularly touched. Q: How long does the flu virus survive on surfaces? A: The flu virus survives for roughly 24 hours on hard surfaces, two hours on soft surfaces. Q: Where can I find more useful health information? A:
