Popularization of knowledge on influenza A prevention

Author: Li Chunhong

Unit: Zhanjiang Fourth People's Hospital

Influenza A, also known as swine flu, is a respiratory infectious disease caused by influenza A virus. In order to effectively prevent the spread of influenza A, the following is some knowledge on prevention:

1. Understanding influenza A

Influenza A (flu) can be divided into multiple subtypes, including H1N1, H3N2, H5N1 and H7N9. Among them, H1N1 and H3N2 are the two most common influenza A subtypes, which are prevalent in the population and often cause seasonal influenza epidemics. Influenza A is mainly transmitted through droplets, and can also be transmitted through direct or indirect contact with mucous membranes such as the mouth, nose, and eyes. It can also be infected by contact with objects contaminated by the virus.

2. Main symptoms

The main symptoms of influenza A include fever, cough, headache, body aches, fatigue, etc.

3. Preventive measures

1. Vaccination: Vaccination with influenza A vaccine is one of the effective means to prevent influenza A. It is recommended that high-risk groups, such as the elderly, children, pregnant women, and patients with chronic diseases, be vaccinated with influenza A vaccine in a timely manner.

2. Maintain good living habits: adequate sleep, a balanced diet, moderate exercise, etc., which will help enhance the body's immunity and prevent influenza A.

3. Pay attention to personal hygiene: Maintaining good personal hygiene habits, such as washing hands frequently, disinfecting frequently, and avoiding crowded public places, will help reduce the spread of influenza A.

4. Avoid contact with infection sources: Avoiding contact with infection sources of influenza A virus will help reduce the risk of infection. During the peak period of influenza A, people should try not to go to crowded places and wear masks to avoid droplet transmission.

IV. Precautions

1. The influenza A vaccine is not suitable for all people. People who are allergic to eggs or any other ingredients in the vaccine, those suffering from acute diseases, serious chronic diseases, etc. should not receive this vaccine.

2. If you experience symptoms similar to influenza A, such as fever, cough, sore throat, etc., you should seek medical attention promptly and receive professional diagnosis and treatment.

3. During the peak period of influenza A, in addition to the above preventive measures, you should also pay attention to the latest developments and preventive measures of influenza A so that you can take timely measures to prevent and control infection.

In short, prevention of influenza A needs to start from multiple aspects, including vaccination, maintaining good living habits and paying attention to personal hygiene, etc. At the same time, it is also necessary to pay attention to the latest developments and prevention measures of influenza A so as to take timely measures to prevent and control infection.