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SWINE FLU. Be aware. Be responsible.
What you need to know and what you need to do
The Swine Flu Pandemic has been sweeping across the world and is now spreading in India too. The most difficult part of dealing with Swine Flu is that it is very difficult to tell its symptoms at an early stage. With the seasonal flu also spreading at the same time it is very hard to differentiate between the two and all the myths floating around don't help. So here are the right answers to all your H1N1 related questions, the symptoms you should be looking out for and tips on how to keep yourself and your family safe from it.
What is Swine Flu?
Human swine flu H1N1 is called 'swine flu' because it is similar to the flu that infects pigs. The Influenza virus A (H1N1) symptoms appear to be similar to those produced by your seasonal flu. H1N1 influenza spreads in the same way that other flu viruses do. As with other flu viruses, people who have the virus can be contagious a day or so before their symptoms start, so they can pass it on before they even know they're sick. It can cause death in some cases due to respiratory complications.
How does the Swine Flu (H1N1) virus spread?
H1N1 virus spreads in the same way that seasonal flu spreads, mainly from person to person through coughing or sneezing by people who are carrying it. People may also become infected by touching a surface or an object with flu viruses on it and then touching their mouth or nose.
What are the signs and symptoms of this virus in people?
The symptoms of H1N1 flu virus in people include fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. Most people will have at least 2 of the mentioned symptoms. A lot of people who have been infected with this virus also have reported diarrhea and vomiting. Several cases of death have been reported as a result of severe illness associated with this virus.
Emergency warning signs in adults and children that need urgent medical attention.
Emergency warning signs in children that need urgent medical attention:
• Fast breathing or trouble breathing
• Not drinking enough fluids
• Severe or persistent vomiting
• Not waking up or not interacting
• Being so irritable that the child does not want to be held
• Flu-like symptoms improve but then return with fever and worse cough
Emergency warning signs in adults that need urgent medical attention:
• Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
• Pain or pressure in the chest or abdomen
• Sudden dizziness
• Confusion
• Severe or persistent vomiting
• Flu-like symptoms improve but then return with fever and worse cough
*source: http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/qa.htm
What can you do to protect yourself and your family from H1N1?
Take these everyday steps to protect your health
• Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Throw the tissue in the trash after use.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also effective.
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread this way.
• Try to avoid close contact with sick people.
• If you are sick with flu-like illness stay at home for at least 24 hours after your fever is completely gone except to visit hospital. Keep away from others as much as possible.
• Try to avoid spending time in crowded place as much as possible.
• maintain proper air circulation in your house all the time.
• lead a healthy lifestyle by getting adequate sleep, eating nutritious food, and keeping yourself physically active.
• Wearing a face mask in public places or when near a sick person can help to some extent. However the masks must be washed/disposed at regular intervals.
Where to go for treatment in case of H1N1 infection?
With the right knowledge, some simple precautions and just a little common sense you can reduce the chances of swine flu affecting you and your family. However in the unfortunate event of swine flu infection head immediately to one of the Government approved hospitals listed here:

City Hospital Address Contact
Chennai King Institute of Preventive Medicine (24/7 Service) Guindy, Chennai – 32 (044) 22501520, 22501521 & 22501522
Communicable Diseases
Hospital 		Thondiarpet, Chennai (044) 25912686/87/88, 9444459543
Government General Hospital Opp. Central Railway Station, Chennai – 03 (044) 25305000, 25305723, 25305721, 25330300
Pune Naidu Hospital Nr Le'Meridian, Raja Bahadur Mill, GPO, Pune - 01 (020) 26058243
  National Institute of Virology 20A Ambedkar Road, Pune - 11 (020) 26006290
Kolkata ID Hospital 57,Beliaghata, Beliaghata Road, Kolkata - 10 (033) 23701252
Coimbatore Government General Hospital Near Railway Station, Trichy Road, Coimbatore - 18 (0422) 2301393, 2301394, 2301395, 2301396
Hyderabad Govt. General and Chest
Diseases Hospital, 		Erragadda, Hyderabad (040) 23814939
Mumbai Kasturba Gandhi Hospital Arthur Road, N M Joshi Marg, Jacob Circle, Mumbai - 11 (022) 23083901, 23092458, 23004512
  Sir J J Hospital J J Marg, Byculla, Mumbai - 08 (022) 23735555, 23739031, 23760943, 23768400 / 23731144
/ 5555 / 23701393 / 1366
  Haffkine Institute Acharya Donde Marg, Parel, Mumbai - 12 (022) 24160947, 24160961, 24160962
Kochi Government Medical College Gandhi Nagar P O, Kottayam - 08 (0481) 2597311,2597312
  Government Medical College Vandanam P O, Allapuzha - 05 (0477) 2282015
  Taluk Hospital Railway Station Road, Alwaye, Ernakulam (0484) 2624040 Sathyajit - 09847840051
  Taluk Hospital Perumbavoor PO, Ernakulam 542 (0484) 2523138 Vipin - 09447305200
Gurgaon & Delhi All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Ansari Nagar, Aurobindo Marg Ring Road, New Delhi - 29 (011) 26594404, 26861698
Prof. R C Deka - 9868397464
  National Institute for Communicable Diseases 22, Sham Nath Marg, New Delhi - 54 (011) 23971272/060/344/524/449/326
  Dr. Ram Manohar Lohia Hospital Kharak Singh Marg, New Delhi - 01 (011) 26594404, 26861698
Prof. R C Deka - 9868397464
  Vallabhai Patel Chest Institute University Enclave, New Delhi- 07 (011) 27667102, 27667441, 27667667, 27666182
Bangalore Victoria Hospital K R Market, Kalasipalayam, Bangalore - 02 (080) 26703294 Dr. Gangadhar - 94480-49863
  SDS Tuberculosis & Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Chest Diseases Hosur Road, Hombegowda Nagar, Bangalore - 29 (080) 26631923 Dr. Shivaraj - 99801-48780
How can we take care of the treatment expenses?
Treatment for swine flu can be long and expensive. In the unfortunate case of hospitalization the hospital bills, diagnostic tests, medical bills and other incidental costs can escalate quickly. If you are not prepared for them they can quickly drain all your savings. However, you can prepare yourself for these costs by getting adequate insurance coverage. There are many plans available in the market that cover such expenses.

Tata AIG’s Individual Accidental and Sickness Hospital Cash Policy is a complete health plan for your family that covers all expenses, both medical and incidental, incurred in case of an accident or sickness. With its unique features, this insurance cover ensures that you will be worry free:

Key Features:
• Accidental Hospital Cash : It covers all your incidental expenses up to Rs 10,000 per day for as long as 180 days
• Sickness Hospital Cash In case of hospitalisation due to sickness you receive daily cash benefits up to Rs 5,000 for as long as 180 days to take care of your expenses during the hospital stay
• Accident Medical Expense Reimbursement : In case of an accident, which may or may not require hospitalisation, you get up to Rs 25,000 to take care of your medical expenses
 
Benefits table :
Per day benefit (Rs.)   Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5
Sickness Hospital Cash (per day)   500 1,000 2,000 3,000 5,000
Accident Hospital Cash (per day)   1,000 2,000 4,000 6,000 10,000
Accident Medical Expenses Reimbursment (upto) 5,000 10,000 15,000 20,000 25,000
 
Other Features:
• Saves tax under Section 80D*
• No Medical Check up
• Choose your own Hospital
• Hassle Free Claims
 
Being prepared to handle the costs of hospitalistion is a part of being responsible. With proper coverage you can ensure that your family get the best treatment.
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Sources :
http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/news/india/Government-authorized-hospitals-for-treatment-of-swine-flu/articleshow/4884343.cms
http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/qa.htm
http://www.in.com/swineflu/
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