Entry 16: Influenza A H1N1

Influenza A H1N1 is a virus spread by pigs. It spreads when people sneeze and cough without covering their mouth and nose. Countries in Asia like Japan, Philippines, Thailand and even Singapore are faced with cases of Influenza A H1N1. Countries are doing very hard to prevent Influenza A H1N1. These are some examples:

• People wear masks when they go out.
• People wash their hands thoroughly with soup and water.
• People sneeze or cough into a tissue.
• They avoid crowded places and stay at home.

I think that the temperatures taking is effective in preventing Influenza A H1N1 because it will be better to check our temperature regularly. Many people bring their hand sanitizer to clean their hands. I will check my temperature daily,do not go out when i am not feeling well and avoid sharing personal items with my friends and family.