Swine Flu

Swine InfluenzaWhat Is It?

• What is Swine Flu?– A respiratory disease of pigs caused by type A

Influenza viruses that cause regular outbreaks in pigs.

– People do not normally get swine flu, but human infections can and do happen.

– Swine flu can be spread from person-to-person, but in the past this transmission was limited and not sustained beyond 3 people.

Swine InfluenzaHow to Stay Healthy

• For in depth information go to:www.cdc.gov/swineflu

• What everyday actions can you take to stay healthy?

– Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze (discard tissue after use).

– Wash your hands often with soapWash your hands often with soap and water, alcohol-based hand sanitizersalcohol-based hand sanitizers are also effective

– Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth– Avoid close contact with sick people (influenza is

spread mainly person-to-person)

Swine InfluenzaHow to Control

• Hand Washing Often– Choose from a variety of Zep hand soaps

• Utilizing Alcohol Hand Sanitizers– Instant Hand Sanitizer (0908, 4 oz bottle)– Alcohol Gel Instant Hand Sanitizer (0878) – Alcohol Spray Sanitizer (0900)– Alcohol Foam San (1014)– Hand Sanitizing Wipes (1405)

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Swine InfluenzaHow to Control

• Keeping surfaces clean by wiping with a disinfectant following label directions (the EPA does not provide a “Swine Flu” claim)

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“What You Can Do To Protect” Customer Sheet

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