Fwd: Health advisory issued by the UNESCO Medical Service

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  *_Health advisory issued by the UNESCO Medical Service_*


  *30 April 2009*

In view of current developments in the human-to-human influenza epidemic 
(caused by the A(H1N1) influenza virus):

1.       Apply the following basic rules of hygiene:

·      cover your mouth when coughing;

·      cover your nose whenever you sneeze;

·      only use single-use paper tissues when blowing your nose and 
expectorating, and throw them into the bin immediately

·      wash hands frequently with liquid soap and water, especially 
after blowing your nose.

2.       If you experience fever, widespread pain, coughing or runny 
nose _on return from an outbreak zone_, stay at home and call a doctor.

3.       Comply with all specific health safety measures recommended by 
the authorities in your country of residence.

4.       Seek advice from the Medical Service if you are leaving on 
mission to Mexico (approved essential mission travel) or other epidemic 
areas.

5.       Buy a thermometer (if you do not already have one at home). 
Keep a supply of two boxes of paracetamol (medication available 
over-the-counter in pharmacies) at home.

N.B. Further health advisories will be issued as the epidemic and 
requirements develop.

Dr Bruno Cordier

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