What to do if you think you have the flu
What to Do if You if You Get Sick with the Flu
Don't panic. It's still flu season in Kentucky, so flu symptoms don't automatically mean it's swine flu.
Consider your symptoms. Flu in general is characterized by high fever (above 100 degrees), chills, lethargy and loss of appetite.
Reported H1N1 influenza (swine-flu) symptoms also include runny nose, sore throat, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. However, these symptoms do not necessarily mean you have the swine flu. Only a specific test can determine if you have the flu or if you have swine flu.
See a physician as soon as possible if you're not well. Swine flu and some seasonal flu respond well to antivirals.
Click here for more information from the CDC
Items Every Home Should Have
With constant news coverage of the 2009 H1N1 Influenza (swine flu) it would be easy to either panic or totally ignore the situation. While this situation has the potential to become serious locally, there is no need to panic. Having the items below will help you and your family be prepared in case of a large, local outbreak.
1. Food and water
2. Routine medications (over the counter and prescriptions)
3. Facemasks (can be purchased at local stores)
4. Soap and water; alcohol hand rub
5. Tissues
6. Disinfectants
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