Dr Kshitij Kalra (Chest Specialist/Pulmonologist)

Preventing swine flu (H1N1) requires a combination of

annual medical defense and strict everyday hygiene habits. The single most effective countermeasure is getting the annual seasonal flu vaccine, which is updated regularly to protect against circulating H1N1 strains. Beyond vaccination, maintaining rigorous hand hygiene—by washing hands thoroughly with soap and water for at least 20 seconds or using alcohol-based hand sanitisers—removes the virus from skin surfaces. To block transmission through respiratory droplets, individuals must practice proper respiratory etiquette by covering coughs and sneezes with a tissue or a flexed elbow, followed immediately by proper disposal and handwashing. Avoiding close contact with infected individuals, staying home from work or school when feeling unwell, wearing masks in poorly ventilated or crowded spaces, and routinely disinfecting high-touch surfaces like doorknobs and phones further minimizes the risk of catching or spreading the virus. CONTACT US FOR EFFECTIVE MANAGEMENT OF CHEST INFECTIONS.

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