copy-pasting what my dad forwarded.

Having gone thru. the attachment, I've come to know that for the time being there is no VACCINE available, so we need to go thru. following FAQs.

Swine flu         What is swine flu? Swine Influenza (swine flu) is a respiratory disease of pigs caused by type A influenza viruses that causes regular outbreaks in pigs.         Is Swine flu virus contagious? Swine influenza A (H1N1) virus is contagious and spreads from human to human.         What are the signs and symptoms of swine flu in people? Fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. Pneumonia and respiratory failure and deaths have been reported.         How does swine flu spread? Flu viruses are spread mainly from person to person through coughing or sneezing one day before symptoms develop and up to 7 or more days after becoming sick.         What should I do to keep from getting the flu? Wash your hands. Try to stay in good general health. Try not touch surfaces that may be contaminated with the flu virus. Avoid close contact with people who are sick.         Are there medicines to treat swine flu?Yes.         How long can viruses live outside the body? We know that some viruses and bacteria can live 2 hours or longer on surfaces like cafeteria tables, doorknobs, and desks.         How serious is swine flu infection? Like seasonal flu, swine flu in humans can vary in severity from mild to severe.         Can I get swine influenza from eating food? No. Swine influenza viruses are not spread by food.         What can I do to protect myself from getting sick? There is no vaccine available. Take these everyday steps to protect your health: 1.        Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. 2.        Wash your hands often with soap and water. Alcohol-based hand cleaners are also effective. 3.        Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread this way. 4.        Try to avoid close contact with sick people.