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| The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Department of Health and Hospitals provides extensive information on H1N1 (swine) flu. We at Lafayette General highly recommend a trip to their websites, but have also pulled some key facts and documents to keep yourself, your family and everyone in our community prepared.
What are the signs and symptoms of this virus in people?
The symptoms of novel H1N1 flu virus in people include fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. A significant number of people who have been infected with this virus also have reported diarrhea and vomiting. Severe illnesses and death has occurred as a result of illness associated with this virus. It is important to note that while you will be sick for several days, most people recover without medical treatment. See the link below for more information on what to do if you or your child gets sick. We at Lafayette General are asking people not to panic, and to stay home from the hospital if at all possible—to protect yourself and to protect our patients. There is also advice below on home care when you have the flu, and what symptoms require emergency attention.
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