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SWINE FLU - 2010 |
SWINE FLU ADVICE AND INFORMATION:
If you think you have symptoms of swine flu, please do not come to the surgery.Ask the Receptionist for a phone consultation with a GP.
Advice is also available from NHS DIRECT0845 4647
Additional information is available on the following websites www.hpa.org.uk or www.nhs.uk
Personal hygiene is important in reducing the spread of infection, please remember to use disposable tissues, wash your hands and keep surfaces clean.
If you are diagnosed with swine flu AND prescribed anti-viral medication or any other medication please ask a Flu friend to collect your prescription and medication for you, to prevent the spread of infection. ( A flu friend will be someone who does not have swine flu themselves.)Organisations such as the RED CROSS may be able to help those people who are alone and may not have a "flu friend"
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