Swine Tube

The biggest concern and highest potential for infection resides with people who work with or around pigs.  If you know someone that works with or around pigs, you want to take special care when interacting with that individual. If the person who works with pigs is you,. you might be infected already and you should use protective clothing and special breathing masks.

Some people who are infected with swine flu may only be "carriers"

This means that they have no symptoms and you have no way of telling they're of potential harm to you.

Here are responsible steps for everyone to take:

• Always cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. Dispose of the tissue away after using it.
• Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after you cough or sneeze. You may also use alcohol-based hand cleaners/sanitizers .
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth to avoid getting infected by germs.
• Avoid sharing drinks or other oral devices (ie mouth guards, instrument mouth pieces, etc)
  
• Avoid close contact with sick people.
• If you do get sick, consider staying home from work or school. (find a "sick buddy")

Anything over and above these steps may be considered paranoia.  It's always important to do what you can for your immune system as well.  Make sure your diet and nutritional needs are met, work out, stay hydrated, and get plenty of sleep.