Ministry of Health and
Family Welfare
Government of
Advisory for Hajj Pilgrims on Pandemic Influenza A (H1N1) (Swine flu)
● Ministry of Health,
● The
Saudi government has advised that pilgrims planning to attend the Hajj must be
vaccinated against seasonal flu at least two weeks before traveling to the holy
places.
● Passengers
are currently screened on arrival at all ports of entry into
2. Health advisory from ministry of
health, government of
2.1
Before leaving India
● Hajj Pilgrims would be medically
examined for the signs / symptoms of influenza. A H1N1 (fever, cough, running
nose, sore throat, difficulty in breathing) at the point of embarkation that is
at the place where booking of pilgrims takes place in their respective states.
They will be issued an H1N1 symptom free certificate in prescribed proforma. Contact the local health authority of the state
hajj committee of further information.
● There would be
a provision made by the concerned State Government at the respective airports
to issue such certificates to left out Hajj Pilgrims. Contact the Airport
Health Officer of further information.
2.2 During travel and period of stay in
2.2.1. Look for Symptoms of Influenza A H1N1
(swine flu);
● During Hajj, large number of pilgrims gathers
from swine flu affected countries. There is a possibility of Influenza A H1N1 (swine flu) outbreak taking place at such large
gatherings. Hajj Pilgrims should be familiar with the symptoms of this diseases, namely fever, cough, running nose, sore
throat and difficulty in breathing. All Hajj Pilgrims need to self monitor
their health.
2.2.2. if
you think you have the symptoms of influenza A H1N1 (swine flu);
● Consult the medical officer in the
Indian contingent. If need be, seek immediate advice from the nearest Saudi
medical facility. Anyone who contracts pandernic flu
While in
● If the advice
of the medical doctor is to stay in the camp, use triple layer surgical mask.
Avoid close contact with others for 7 days after your symptoms begin or until
you have been symptom-free for 24 hours whichever is longer.
● Report to nearest identified health
facility if symptoms aggravate (high fever, difficulty in breathing, blue colour of skin or lips, blood in sputum or altered behaviour.
2.2.3.
Follow simple public health measures to
prevent spread of H1N1 Flu (Do’s and Dont’s)
DO :
>> Cover
your mouth and nose with a handkerchief or tissue when you cough or sneeze.
>> Wash
your hands often with soap and water or use an alcohol based hand gel.
>> Avoid
touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
>> Avoid
crowded places except for performing the religious activities of Hajj.
>> Stay
more than an arm’s length from persons afflicted with flu.
>> Get
plenty of sleep.
>> Drink
plenty of water and eat nutritious food.
DO NOT
:
X Shake hands or hug in greeting except
as a mandatory religious activity of the Hajj.
X Spit in public.
X Take medicines without consulting a physician.
2.3.
After reaching Back
● Continue to monitor your health for 10 days.
● Report to nearest screening centre if you develop symptoms
of flu.
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For more information ● visit http://www.mohfw-h1n1.nic.in ● Contact National
Help Line-011-23921401 or ● Contact the Help
Line Number of your State Health Department |
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