City confirms second Swine flu case in Lubbock County

By Staff Reports Avalanche-Journal
Friday, May 22, 2009

City officials confirmed this afternoon a second case of Swine flu in Lubbock County.
The second person to get the H1N1 flu is a relative of the child who was the first confirmed positive case in the county, according to a city statement. The child is not school aged.
The person was already being treated for flu-like symptoms and is staying at home, officials say.
“We encourage people to not panic and take precautions for this mild strain of influenza,” said Nancy Haney, health department director, in a statement.

The Lubbock Health Department continues to advise everyone to take the following precautions to prevent the spread of any illness:

· Wash hands frequently and thoroughly for at least 20 seconds using soap and warm water especially before handling food, after touching potentially contaminated surfaces, and after being around someone who may be sick.

· If soap and water are not available, alcohol-based hand cleaners are also effective.

· Cough or sneeze into a facial tissue (then dispose of tissue) or into your shirt sleeve if a tissue is not available.

· Stay home if you are experiencing flu-like symptoms to prevent spreading the illness to others, or seek medical attention if your symptoms worsen.

Due to overcrowding at emergency rooms, please visit your private physician or an urgent care clinic before trying the emergency room.

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