Swine Flu Update-Shropdoc Staff
July 20, 2009
SWINE FLU UPDATE
Please note: No member of staff who is symptomatic with a flu like illness should attend work.
Symptoms include:
· Fever – 38 deg C and above
And two of the following:
· Headache
· Sore Throat
· Cough
· Widespread limb/joint pain
· Blocked or runny nose
· Diarrhoea and vomiting
Staff with these symptoms should stay at home and follow general advice in seeking medical attention if necessary (currently to phone their GP or NHS Direct). See below:-
- If you feel very unwell – Check your symptoms online at www.nhs.uk or call the Swine Flu Information line on 0800 1513 513.
- Still Concerned? – If you have taken these steps and are still concerned call NHS Direct on 0845 46 47 or your GP for more advice.
- Please do not go to A&E unless you are seriously ill.
Staff in Higher risk groups
Some people have been recognised as being at higher risk of complications of Swine Flu. Those who might be working include:
· pregnant women
· those with long term kidney, lung, neurological, liver or heart disease
· those who immunocompromised (because of disease or treatment)
· diabetics
· Severe asthma – where on drug treatment within past three years
Staff in higher risk groups at high risk of complications should not provide direct care to patients with Swine Flu. They should be redeployed if possible to other areas.
Staff must inform their Line Manager of any health risks that may require redeployment.
Line Managers are required to keep a record and inform HR so that staffing can be monitored appropriately.