🐖 Understanding Swine Flu (H1N1): Symptoms, Prevention, and Treatment

The SKNH

🌍 What is Swine Flu (H1N1)?

Swine Flu, caused by the H1N1 influenza virus, is a contagious respiratory disease that emerged prominently in 2009 as a global pandemic. It spreads mainly through respiratory droplets when infected people cough or sneeze.

Though initially alarming, continued awareness and vaccination have helped control outbreaks. However, sporadic cases and clusters continue to appear, especially in monsoon and winter seasons in India.

📢 Why Is Swine Flu Still Relevant?

Recent news from several Indian states including West Bengal, Maharashtra, and Kerala reports a mild surge in H1N1 cases, mostly affecting children, elderly, and immunocompromised individuals.

The virus can cause mild to severe respiratory illness, and timely diagnosis and care are crucial to prevent complications like pneumonia.

🔎 Signs and Symptoms of H1N1

Symptom	Details
Fever	Sudden onset, often high-grade
Cough	Dry or productive
Sore Throat	Common
Body Aches	Muscle pain and fatigue
Headache	Frequent and moderate to severe
Runny or Stuffy Nose	Nasal congestion
Shortness of Breath	In severe cases
Vomiting or Diarrhea	Less common but possible

⚠️ High-Risk Groups

• Children under 5 years

• Elderly above 65 years

• Pregnant women

• Persons with chronic medical conditions (diabetes, asthma, heart disease)

• Immunocompromised individuals

🛡️ Prevention Measures

• Get the seasonal flu vaccine including H1N1 strain protection

• Maintain good respiratory hygiene — cover mouth when coughing/sneezing

• Wash hands frequently with soap or sanitizer

• Avoid close contact with sick people

• Avoid touching face, eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands

🏥 How SKNH Supports Swine Flu Patients

At Sree Krishna Nursing Home (SKNH), we offer:

• Rapid testing for H1N1 influenza

• Expert outpatient management and hospitalization if required

• Oxygen therapy and respiratory support

• Antiviral treatment (oseltamivir) under doctor supervision

• Patient education on home isolation and care

📌 About SKNH

Established in Narayangarh, Sree Krishna Nursing Home (SKNH) remains committed to infectious disease management and community health education. Our skilled doctors and modern facilities ensure comprehensive care for viral infections like Swine Flu.

📍 Address: Sree Krishna Nursing Home, Narayangarh, Paschim Medinipur, West Bengal – 721437

📞 Phone: 03229-258257 / +91 8327529897

🌐 Website: www.sknh.in

💬 From SKNH’s Medical Team

“Swine flu may come and go, but its impact can be serious without prompt care. Vaccination and early treatment save lives. Trust SKNH for expert flu care.”