—— Interview with Lu Mingbo, Chief of Infectious Diseases Department of County People's Hospital

Reporter Yang Jun

Recently, influenza A (H 1N 1) has become a hot spot of public concern, and people have been talking about the research of influenza virus. How to prevent influenza virus? What should we pay attention to in our daily life? On may 18, the reporter interviewed Lu mingbo, chief of infectious diseases department of county people's hospital.

Reporter: What are the symptoms and manifestations of human infection with influenza A (H 1N 1)?

Lv Mingbo: The symptoms of people infected with influenza A (H 1N 1) are similar to those of ordinary people, including fever, cough, sore throat, general pain, headache, chills and fatigue. Some people will also have symptoms of diarrhea and vomiting related to influenza A (H 1N 1), and in severe cases, they will have pneumonia, respiratory failure and even death.

Reporter: How to protect yourself from influenza A (H 1N 1)?

Lv Mingbo: In terms of prevention, there is no need to cluster human influenza vaccines, because seasonal influenza vaccines have no effect on preventing influenza A (H 1N 1). The correct way is to develop good personal hygiene habits, get enough sleep, exercise diligently, reduce stress and have adequate nutrition; Wash your hands frequently, especially after touching public goods, and before touching your eyes, nose and mouth; Cover your nose and mouth with paper towels when sneezing or coughing; Keep indoor ventilation, etc.

Reporter: I have the flu. What should I do?

Lv Mingbo: If you feel unwell, have a high fever, cough or sore throat, you should stay at home and don't go to crowded places. Rest more and drink more water; When coughing or sneezing, cover your nose and mouth with disposable paper towels, and dispose of them after using them; Wash your hands thoroughly with soap every time, especially after coughing or sneezing; Tell your family and friends about your symptoms and try to avoid contact with others. In serious cases, you should seek medical attention immediately.

Reporter: Will eating pork infect influenza A H 1N 1?

Lv Mingbo: At present, there is no evidence that influenza A (H 1N 1) can be transmitted through food. Therefore, it is safe to eat properly cooked pork and pork products. The internal temperature of pork cooking can reach 765438 0℃, which can kill bacteria and viruses.

Reporter: How does the hospital prevent and control influenza A (H 1N 1)?

Lv Mingbo: Once pigs or other animals are found to be infected with influenza A virus H 1N 1, the epidemic spot should be thoroughly disinfected in accordance with relevant regulations, and patients and suspected patients should be isolated. Isolate suspected patients or confirmed patients and wear surgical masks; Medical staff should do personal protection, strengthen hygiene and use quick hand disinfectant to disinfect their hands; Medical staff in key departments such as fever clinics and infectious diseases departments should wear surgical masks and goggles or protective masks when necessary; Indoor ventilation should be strengthened in key departments such as fever clinic and infectious diseases department.