Protecting Yourself Against

SEVERE ACUTE RESPIRATORY SYNDROME (SARS) / ATYPICAL PNEUMONIA and AVIAN FLU

MODE OF TRANSMISSION
Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS) / Atypical Pneumonia is a type of respiratory tract infection transmitted by respiratory droplets over a short distance.
Avian Flu (H5N1) is transmitted from infected live birds to man. Transmission between humans is very inefficient.

PREVENTIVE MEASURES

• Build up good body immunity. Ensure a proper diet. Take regular exercise.  Have adequate rest. Reduce stress. Avoid Smoking and Passive Smoking.
• Maintain good personal and environmental hygiene:
  • Keep hands clean. Wash hands with liquid soap and dry hands thoroughly.
  • Wash hands after using toilet, before eating or handling food.
  • If hand washing facilities are not available, clean hands with a disinfectant containing 65-95% alcohol.
  • Cover nose and mouth with tissue paper when coughing or sneezing. Wash hands especially after contact with nasal secretions such as sneezing or coughing.
  • Wear a mask if symptoms of respiratory infection develop.
  • Do not rub eyes or nose, please wash hands before touching eyes, mouth and nose.
  • Do not share towels or personal items.
  • Do not litter or spit.
  • Use serving spoons or chopsticks.
  • Avoid contact with live poultry or birds. Wash hands immediately after handling them.
  • Poultry and eggs should be washed and cooked thoroughly before eating.
  • Help to keep the environment clean: cleanse your office or room regularly and properly.
• Maintain good indoor ventilation.
• If you develop fever, temp > 37.5℃ (99.5℉) on 3 separate recordings:
  (Most sufferers of SARS do not have cough, sneezing or runny nose at the early stage.)
  • Do not go to work or lectures
  • Consult your doctor promptly
  • Wear a mask to reduce the chance of spreading the infection
  • Inform your warden if residing in Hall