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H1N1 How much do you know? How many people have been affected? How many deaths are there in the world? What is the current situation? How is Singapore affected?
52,160 cases and 231 deaths
1st case Last day of school No. of cases
Copyright © Ministry of Education, Singapore. Points to note about H1N1 The virus can mutate. It can become deadly. We need to slow down its spread within the community. We need to act responsibly.
Copyright © Ministry of Education, Singapore. Been travelling lately? Dominican Republic USA MexicoCanada Australia Chile UK Japan Spain Argentina Philippines Thailand Panama Hong Kong
Copyright © Ministry of Education, Singapore. Just back from an H1N1 affected country? What should you do?
Copyright © Ministry of Education, Singapore. Firstly, it is important that you declare your travel history honestly. Secondly, you should not go to school. Stay at home for 7 days. During these 7 days, you should monitor your health regularly by checking for any flu-like symptoms.
Copyright © Ministry of Education, Singapore. Think you might have it? How can you tell?
Copyright © Ministry of Education, Singapore. What are the symptoms of H1N1? Fever (at or above 37.6 o C) Cough Runny nose Sore throat Body ache Headache Tiredness It is important that you do not hide any of these flu-like symptoms
Copyright © Ministry of Education, Singapore. Really feeling unwell? Now what should I do? Who do you agree with? Why? Discuss with your friends I will ask my parents to call 993 to see a doctor. I may take my own medicine. I think I will go to school to tell my teacher. I can take a taxi, train or bus to see a doctor.
Copyright © Ministry of Education, Singapore. This is what you must do… If you are ill: Inform parents and seek medical help Avoid self-medication Stay at home and rest until you are well Even if you are well, continue to monitor your health.
Copyright © Ministry of Education, Singapore. Even if you have not travelled but have flu-like symptoms… Go see a doctor and stay at home. Keep away from others and keep up with good hygiene habits.
Copyright © Ministry of Education, Singapore. Why are these risky practices? Discuss why these are risky practices Discuss with your friends
Copyright © Ministry of Education, Singapore. Why are these risky practices? Discuss why these are risky practices Discuss with your friends
Copyright © Ministry of Education, Singapore. Social distancing? What’s that? It is a rule when playing a board game. It is a new site on the internet. It is a space kept between people. It is a new social dance. Who do you agree with? Why? Discuss with your friends
Copyright © Ministry of Education, Singapore. What does social distancing look like? 1.Keep a distance (1 metre) when talking with people, if possible. 2.Avoid physical contact. 3.Avoid or cancel unnecessary gatherings. 4. Minimise sharing of personal items. 5. Minimise use of public facilities.
Copyright © Ministry of Education, Singapore. Let’s NOT fool around. Let’s… Keep good personal health Have a balanced diet Exercise regularly Rest well
Copyright © Ministry of Education, Singapore. Let’s NOT fool around. Let’s… Practise good personal hygiene Cough or sneeze into a tissue and dispose of it appropriately Not share personal items like towels and handkerchiefs Wash our hands thoroughly with soap and water
Copyright © Ministry of Education, Singapore. Let’s NOT fool around. Let’s… Take note of the following Use serving spoons when sharing food Don’t spit Wear a mask when you have flu or common cold
Copyright © Ministry of Education, Singapore. Let’s NOT fool around. Let’s … Practise social distancing for now Practise social responsibility for ourselves and others Not blame our friends......who are sick and make them feel guilty
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