Friday, August 21, 2009

Swine Flu Self Test

Self screening

Individuals are asked to perform H1N1 Flu illness self screening following exposure to a confirmed or suspected case.

To conduct self screening, please perform the following steps:

Step One: Check whether you have symptoms of illness including fever and cough, sore throat or body aches.

Step Two: Check your temperature using a standard, good quality thermometer following the manufacturer’s instructions.

Step Three: If you have symptoms as described in Step One or you have a temperature greater than 100.4o F or 38o C, you must not go into the workplace.