Swine Flu Update Information and Prevention Methods

Are You Protecting Yourself and Others from Swine Flu?

According to the Centers for Disease Control, Swine Influenza (swine flu) is a respiratory disease caused by type A influenza viruses that is common among pigs. It is also referred to as swine fever, swine influenza A, H1N1 virus and pig flu. Internationally, there have been more than 2,750 recorded human outbreaks, of which 109 occurred in the U.S. Please, see the following table for a breakdown of swine flu cases by U.S. city or state:

In response to the recent increase in outbreaks, the World Health Organization (WHO) announced a Phase 5 pandemic alert for swine flu on April 29, 2009.

WHO Characteristics of Pandemic Alert Phase 5:

• There has been human-to-human spread in a minimum of two countries in a WHO region.

• There is a strong possibility of a widespread epidemic.

• The time to develop, communicate and implement a plan to reverse the situation is short.

SSC Service Solutions is here to provide you with the information you need to protect yourself and others around you from swine flu. Please follow these tips to help prevent infection:

• Use disinfectants with virucidal, specific influenza A and/or avian flu claims.

• Wipe down common areas often, as the virus that causes swine flu can live on hard surfaces for more than two hours.

• Use good, thorough cleaning procedures at home and work.

• Wash your hands and/or use hand sanitizer frequently to prevent the spread of germs.

• Avoid contact with persons who are sick.

If you would like more information on the swine flu or SSC stock items recommended for disinfection, please contact Justin Bolli by email at justin.bolli@sscserv.com.

References

World Health Organization - http://www.who.int/csr/don/en/

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/

Disabled World - http://www.disabled-world.com/health/influenza/swine-flu/cases-statistics.php