Prevention
A new virus being developed is slated to be available only mid 2009. Till then, adequate precautions against infection is absolutely essential in order to prevent a global pandemic.
Prevention has three components
(1) prevention in swine,
(2) prevention of transmission to humans ,
(3) prevention of it spreading among humans
Prevention in swine
Facility management
Herd management
Vaccination
Prevention of transmission to humans
Farmers working with pigs and veterinarians must use a face mask when dealing with infected animals.
Wear gloves when working with sick animals.
Prevention of human to human transmission
Frequent washing of hands with soap and water or with alcohol based hand sensitizers, especially after being out with public.
Anyone with flu like symptoms such as sudden fever, cough or muscle aches should stay away from work or public transportation, and contact a doctor to be tested.
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