The Councillor for Health and Education of the City Councilman of Lorca, Antonio López and José Joaquín Peñarrubia, met this morning with the directors and the Associations of Parents of Students of secondary schools in the municipality to begin the information campaign that on New Flu Lorca organized the Consistory.
Lopez explained that the City shared between schools, social and sporting 5,000 leaflets with advice on prevention against this new disease.
In parallel, municipal Health and Civil Protection will visit schools to inform both teachers and parents and students who qualify, and to address any incidents that might happen.
Health Councilmember wished to make a peace appeal to the population, while stressed that it is important to take preventive measures which are being disseminated by the government.
Likewise, Antonia Lopez recalled that the Autonomous Community has set up a free telephone information on this disease 900 121 212.
What is Flu?, Why now you need to inform?, Who should be more careful, What do we do if we have symptoms of flu?, What are antiviral drugs and vaccine, What is seasonal influenza, What can we do to prevent it?, why do we need the cooperation of citizens?, ... are some of the questions that will respond in the brochures.
In this line, from the Department are reminded of the recommendation to wash hands frequently, cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when sneezing or coughing and just then throw the tissue in the trash, and clean more Often the surfaces of furniture, doorknobs, items, ... with the usual cleaning products and air more often opening windows.
Finally, remember that if you are sick, avoid spreading it to others by following the advice of health professionals.
It is also advisable to avoid sharing glasses, cutlery and other items that have been in contact with saliva or secretions.
Source: Ayuntamiento de Lorca