Eeek! Okay, there's already 18 cases of H1N1 flu here. The last time I heard, which was last Wednesday morning in the news, there were only 7 cases! Now, the number has increased to more than a double! There are now 1,003 confirmed swine flu cases in 20 countries.
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SWINE FLU(H1N1) CASES IN BRUNEI
* The first case of H1N1 influenza in Brunei is a 19 year old student infected with the flu virus more than 12 hours after arriving home on flight BI098 from London Heathrow on June 16, 2009. [Hopefully, my cousins studying at UK are all perfectly fine. Amin.]
* The 2nd case is a 16-year-old Bruneian female who was reported to have displayed the symptoms of the virus, a day after arriving from a six-day trip in Singapore which fell on June 19.[16 years old?? That's my age!!!]* The next 4 cases were detected in Brunei on June, they were male patients aged 11, 13, 18 and 20, and three of them were imported cases from Britain and Kuala Lumpur.* The seventh case involved a four-year-old Bruneian girl who returned to Brunei on June 19 from Malaysia. She developed flu symptoms on Monday, three days after she arrived in Brunei from holiday with her family in Kuala Lumpur. [So little =(]* The country's eighth case involved a 23-year-old woman who visited Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on June 12. She began developing symptoms of Influenza A (H1N1) on June 18, three days after returning to Brunei* The ninth case was a nine-year-old girl who showed signs of infection on June 22 after returning to Brunei from Johor on June 19.* Then, case 10 and 11 were consequently contacts of the fourth case. The six-year-old boy and five-year-old girl developed symptoms on June 23 and June 22 respectively.* The 12th case of H1N1 is a six-year-old boy who arrived in the country on June 22, after travelling to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.* The 13th case is a 14-year-old girl who has had close contact with the eighth case who is a 23-year-old woman. She developed the symptoms on June 18, after travelling to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.* The 14th case is a 23-year-old man who has had close contact with the first victim of H1N1 in Brunei Darussalam.* The 15th case is a 20-year-old foreign man who has stopped over in Brunei Darussalam from London on board BI098 on June 24, 2009 en route to Kuala Lumpur Malaysia.[BI098 - That's the same flight board as the first victim!]* The 16th case of H1N1 is a 19-year-old girl who has had close contact with the fourth case.
* The 17th and 18th cases are siblings who had close contact with the third case. The 17th case is an 11-year-old boy while the 18th case is a 14-year-old girl.* All the confirmed cases are currently being treated and are in good condition.
* In the meantime, the first victim of H I NI in Brunei Darussalam has been discharged from Pengiran Muda Mahkota Pengiran Muda Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah Hospital, Tutong after full recovery.[ALHAMDULILLAH]
Before being discharged, tests were carried out to make sure that the patient was in good health and free from H1N1.P/S: Do you guys realised that these infected people mostly got back from other countries and others are the ones infected by the previous victims? :s Well, fortunately, the first victim is now free of Swine flu. This tells that swine flu is not that leathal. However, still be beware cause there's already some cases of swine flu that hascaused death. The first death was a woman in U.S.A, if I'm not mistakened.
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Advise from MoH
* Members of the public who have just returned from overseas to voluntarily reduce their activities and social interaction for at least seven days.
* The just returned travellers are also advised to monitor their health and to get treatment immediately if symptoms presents.
* In addition, precautionary measures need to be taken by practising good personal hygiene every time.-------------------------------------------
I was told that school will still be on (Sorry to disappoint to the ones who has high hopes on the continuation of holiday) However, there will be a health check-up. I don't know if it's true. Probably a rumour but then again, it could be true.
Reason why school might still go on
* In anticipation of the start of the new school term, students who have returned- from abroad after June 23 may apply and are advised to apply for an extended holiday to stay home as precaution against probable spread of the Influenza A (H1N1).
* Acting Director of Schools, Awg Ibrahim bin Hj Abd Rahman urged school principals to allow this yesterday during the briefing and distribution of thermometers and masks to schools nationwide.
* The Ministry of Health have distributed some 10,000 masks and 1,000 thermometers to public and private schools across the country. -- Courtesy of Borneo Bulletin-------------------------------------------
On the other hand, hopes for the holiday to continue still exists as there's a poll in which people could vote 'Yes' or 'No' for school to re-open. You can find this poll at BruDirect. I was texted by a friend who told me to vote for yes. The result will be announced by the MoE this Saturday. We'll just see what will happen.
Swine Flu Symptoms
! Fever, which is usually high, but unlike seasonal flu, is sometimes absent
! Cough
! Runny nose or stuffy nose
! Sore throat
! Body aches
! Headache
! Chills
! Fatigue or tiredness, which can be extreme
! Diarrhea and vomiting, sometimes.
Serious Swine Flu Symptoms
! Fast breathing or trouble breathing.
! Bluish or gray skin color.
! Not drinking enough fluids.
! Severe or persistent vomiting.
! Not waking up or not interacting.
! Being so irritable that they do not want to be held.
! Flu-like symptoms improve but then return with fever and worse coughing.
SWINE FLU PROTECTION
# Cover your mouth and nose when coughing and sneezing, using a tissue.
# Always carry tissues - catching the germs in a tissue could help limit the spread of the virus.
# Throw the tissue away quickly and carefully
# Wash your hands regularly with soap and water, especially after using the toilet.
# Clean hard surfaces (like door handles and remote controls) frequently with a normal cleaning product.
# Keep up to date with the latest help and advice available through radio, TV and the internet.
So, people, hope these information will help you. I know it helps me being more cautious. Be careful out there!
XOXO
Zira Lee
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