Swine flue situation.

Recommendations for travellers.

Please note: These recommendations also apply to all business travellers and travellers attending special events such as conferences and large-scale gatherings such as concerts.

1. Wash your hands frequently
   1. By washing your hands with soap under warm running water, you will reduce your chance of getting the flu.
   2. Alcohol-based hand gel can also be used if soap and water are not readily available. It's a good idea to keep some with you in your pocket or purse when you travel.
2. Practice proper cough and sneeze etiquette
   1. Cover your mouth and/or nose to reduce the spread of germs. Remember to wash your hands afterwards.
3. Try to avoid close contact with people who appear to have a respiratory illness.
4. Monitor this website and World Health Organization website frequently for updates on the situation and recommendations.
5. If you are travelling to a country where it is flu season (southern hemisphere), get your flu shot.
6. If you are at risk of severe illness from influenza (for example, persons with chronic conditions such as diabetes, lung disease, heart disease, elderly or children under 2 years of age), see your health care provider before you travel.
7. Travellers returning to Canada from countries where the H1N1 flu virus (human swine flu) is occurring and who develop symptoms of H1N1 flu virus (human swine flu), especially high fever, are advised to seek medical attention immediately.