~ Influenza Virus a.k.a H1N1.
~ Commonly called "Swine Flu".
~ The outbreak was began in Mexico.
~ An outbreak first identified in April 2009.
~ Spread and reach across countries all over the globe.
~ The flu is contagious and spread extremely aggressive.
~ Suspected the outbreak was not originally started in Mexico.
~ Experts assume the virus "most likely" emerged from pigs in Asia.
~ WHO (World Health Organization) declared the outbreak to be pandemic.
~ WHO has confirmed 134,503 cases, 816 deaths worldwide from the H1N1 virus.
~ The virus spreads easily between people, through the air or surface contact.
~ On 15th May, Health Ministry confirmed Malaysia's first case.
~ To date, Malaysia have 2,253 cases and 51 confirmed death.
~ Malaysia was the 37th country to affected by the virus.
~ Commonly called "Swine Flu".
~ The outbreak was began in Mexico.
~ An outbreak first identified in April 2009.
~ Spread and reach across countries all over the globe.
~ The flu is contagious and spread extremely aggressive.
~ Suspected the outbreak was not originally started in Mexico.
~ Experts assume the virus "most likely" emerged from pigs in Asia.
~ WHO (World Health Organization) declared the outbreak to be pandemic.
~ WHO has confirmed 134,503 cases, 816 deaths worldwide from the H1N1 virus.
~ The virus spreads easily between people, through the air or surface contact.
~ On 15th May, Health Ministry confirmed Malaysia's first case.
~ To date, Malaysia have 2,253 cases and 51 confirmed death.
~ Malaysia was the 37th country to affected by the virus.
~ Symptoms of the virus may include:
- Seasonal flu
- Fever
- Chill
- Sneezes
- Sore throat
- Coughs
- Headache
- Muscle / Joint pains
So people, drink lots of water to avoid dehydration. Eat a balance diet of fruits, vegetables and lean meat (food with fiber especially). Last but not least, do wear a mask when you are in public.
Disclaimer: Facts & Statistics are adapted from Wikipedia
