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Ottawa Public Health has received laboratory confirmations of additional cases of novel H1N1 Influenza A (human swine flu) bringing our total number of confirmed cases to 6 as of May 12, 2009. The case is consistent with the profile of most cases in Ontario. We anticipate that additional cases of novel H1N1 Influenza A virus will be confirmed in the city; accordingly we will update ottawa.ca/health with current information. Our public health recommendations remain unchanged.
Individuals who are well are encouraged to go about their business as usual while adopting the simple prevention measures listed below. This applies to returning travellers who have no symptoms, as well as individuals who have been in contact with confirmed cases or returning travellers. Developing a vaccine specific to the H1N1 flu virus has been identified as a priority internationally.
Individuals who have flu-like symptoms – a fever over 38 C/100.4 F, a cough that is getting worse, severe headache and/or fatigue are advised to
·Stay home from work, school or public gatherings for seven days (from when the symptoms started) or at least 24 hours after symptoms have resolved, whichever is longer
·See your health care provider if you have concerns or if you are experiencing severe symptoms
·Limit contact with household members and wash hands frequently
·Use self-care measures such as increasing your fluid intake, getting adequate rest and treating yourself for your symptoms. Avoidance of tobacco smoke and cool compresses may be helpful.
We remind residents of several simple measures that can minimize the risk of being infected. These steps include:
·washing your hands well and frequently
·coughing and sneezing into your sleeve instead of your hands
·staying home when you are sick
Ottawa Public Health continues its enhanced surveillance measures and communication with all our partners to protect the health and well-being of all residents and visitors to Ottawa. We will continue to keep you apprised of the situation in Ottawa should it escalate further.
Individuals who are well are encouraged to go about their business as usual while adopting the simple prevention measures listed below. This applies to returning travellers who have no symptoms, as well as individuals who have been in contact with confirmed cases or returning travellers. Developing a vaccine specific to the H1N1 flu virus has been identified as a priority internationally.
Individuals who have flu-like symptoms – a fever over 38 C/100.4 F, a cough that is getting worse, severe headache and/or fatigue are advised to
·Stay home from work, school or public gatherings for seven days (from when the symptoms started) or at least 24 hours after symptoms have resolved, whichever is longer
·See your health care provider if you have concerns or if you are experiencing severe symptoms
·Limit contact with household members and wash hands frequently
·Use self-care measures such as increasing your fluid intake, getting adequate rest and treating yourself for your symptoms. Avoidance of tobacco smoke and cool compresses may be helpful.
We remind residents of several simple measures that can minimize the risk of being infected. These steps include:
·washing your hands well and frequently
·coughing and sneezing into your sleeve instead of your hands
·staying home when you are sick
Ottawa Public Health continues its enhanced surveillance measures and communication with all our partners to protect the health and well-being of all residents and visitors to Ottawa. We will continue to keep you apprised of the situation in Ottawa should it escalate further.
