The first case of swine flu has been confirmed in Medway. The person involved tested positive last week and is being treated with antiviral drugs at home.

A leaflet was produced and distributed by the NHS a short while ago. If you didn’t already read it then you can download an electronic copy here:
http://www.medwaypct.nhs.uk/download.php?id=1547

"The best thing you can do to protect yourself is to follow good hygiene practices. These will help to slow the spread of the virus and will be the single most effective thing you can do to protect yourself and others from infection."

When you cough or sneeze it is especially important to follow the rules of good hygiene to prevent the spread of germs:

• Always carry tissues.
• Use clean tissues to cover your mouth and nose when you cough and sneeze.
• Bin the tissues after one use.
• Wash your hands with soap and hot water or a sanitiser gel often.

There’s a simple way to remember this:

CATCH IT, BIN IT, KILL IT.

To read the latest official advice about swine flu visit the NHS Website or call the Swine Flu information Line on 0800 1 513 513. Further information about Swine Flu can also be found on the NHS Medway website.

NHS Website
http://www.nhs.uk

NHS Medway Website
http://www.medwaypct.nhs.uk