Swine Flu in Potter County
A case of swine flu has been confirmed in Potter County.
The patient was tested at Charles Cole Memorial Hospital and has recovered at home.
Potter County Emergency Management Agency Department Coordinator John Hetrick is encouraging people to remain calm and take time to learn about the virus.
Anyone visiting the hospital should immediately tell a staff member if they have flu-like symptoms.
Symptoms of swine flu are similar to the seasonal flu and include fever, lethargy, lack of appetite, and coughing. While there is currently no vaccine available, the swine flu can be treated with certain antiviral drugs. Call your medical provider if you think you have the flu.
Steps people can take to avoid spreading the flu include:
stay home if you are sick
cough/sneeze into the arm/elbow or a tissue and rewash hands
wash hands frequently with warm soap/water or use an antibacterial gel
wash hands before touching eyes, nose, mouth
drink plenty of fluids
eat a balanced diet
get plenty of rest and exercise
CCMH has established a Swine Flu informational hotline. The prerecorded message can be heard by calling 814/260-5279 or toll free at 877/364-7904. As the status of this situation changes, the message will be updated as needed.
The patient was tested at Charles Cole Memorial Hospital and has recovered at home.
Potter County Emergency Management Agency Department Coordinator John Hetrick is encouraging people to remain calm and take time to learn about the virus.
Anyone visiting the hospital should immediately tell a staff member if they have flu-like symptoms.
Symptoms of swine flu are similar to the seasonal flu and include fever, lethargy, lack of appetite, and coughing. While there is currently no vaccine available, the swine flu can be treated with certain antiviral drugs. Call your medical provider if you think you have the flu.
Steps people can take to avoid spreading the flu include:
stay home if you are sick
cough/sneeze into the arm/elbow or a tissue and rewash hands
wash hands frequently with warm soap/water or use an antibacterial gel
wash hands before touching eyes, nose, mouth
drink plenty of fluids
eat a balanced diet
get plenty of rest and exercise
CCMH has established a Swine Flu informational hotline. The prerecorded message can be heard by calling 814/260-5279 or toll free at 877/364-7904. As the status of this situation changes, the message will be updated as needed.
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