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Winter Infections: Influenza, Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV)
and Other Infections
Michael McKee, MD, MPHJanuary 24, 2013
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Supporters
Deaf Health Talks is possible through the support of: – Rochester Recreation Club for the Deaf
(“REAP”)– Deaf Health Community Committee
(DHCC)
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Goals of Presentation
IntroductionFeverSeasonal FluCommon infectionsPrevention Steps
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Fever
Fever starts at 100.4 FahrenheitThermometersHigher fever is concerning for more severe infectionsFeeling warm doesn’t always mean a fever
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Influenza (“Flu”)
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Influenza
Flu kills 3,000-49,000 people annually (depends on the year)Major reason for loss of work and school time
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How does flu spread?
Sick person can spread influenza by:– Touching
– Sneezing
– Coughing
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What’s Happening Out There?
Widespread flu epidemic in 48 states now (http://www.cdc.gov/flu/weekly/usmap.htm)
8.3% of all deaths are now related to pneumonia and flu (1)
Dangerous for elderly groups or young children
Jan. 18, 2013, news conference with Thomas Frieden, M.D., M.P.H., director, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and Margaret Hamburg, M.D., commissioner, U.S. Food and Drug Administration; Jan. 18, 2013, U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, FluView
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Influenza (“Flu”) Strains (Types)
Influenza A (H3N2)
Influenza B types
Influenza A (H1N1)
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Influenza (“Flu”) Symptoms
FeverCoughFatigue (feel “worn out”) HeadachesBody achesRunny nose
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Influenza (“Flu”)
Treatments– Fluids– Rest– Anti-inflammatories (e.g. Advil)
For early treatment of severe flu – Tamiflu(oseltamivir) – Relenza(zanamivir)
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Influenza (“Flu”) Vaccines
Two types of “flu shots”– Inactivated vaccine (containing killed virus) that is
given with a needle6 months and older
– Nasal spray (“live attenuated influenza vaccine”)Health people aged 2-49 years old onlyNo asthma or respiratory issues
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Who Should Get the Flu Shot?
8 month old baby?12 year old boy with asthma?31 year old healthy woman?52 year old diabetic?91 year old with high blood pressure?
Everyone should get the flu shot!!
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People at High Risk for Flu
High Risk People Include People at Risk for Developing Pneumonia:– Medical conditions including asthma, diabetes,
and chronic lung disease– Pregnant women– People 65 years and older– People who live with or care for others who are
high risk of developing serious complications
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Who Can’t Get the Flu Shot?
Egg allergiesPast severe reaction to an influenza vaccination ***Children younger than 6 months of agePast history of Guillain-Barre Syndrome (an illness that causes paralysis)
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“MythBusters” Reported That:
Sneezes can travel ~35 mph
Cough/sneeze droplets can travel nearly 20 feet
http://mythbustersresults.com/flu-fiction
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Respiratory Synctial Virus (RSV)
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Respiratory Synctial Virus (RSV)
95% of all young children get this infection– 75,000 to 100,000 hospital visits– Bronchiolitis (inflammation of airways)
Season: November-April (same as flu)Can also cause cold like symptoms for adultsSpread by touching, sneezing, or coughing
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Causes severe inflammation of the small airway in the lung
Infection is a risk factor for asthma later in life
RSV in Children
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Symptoms of RSV is similar to the common coldA person with an RSV infection might cough, sneeze, and have a runny nose, fever, and decrease in appetite. Wheezing may also occur Most recover in about 1 to 2 weeks
RSV for Adults
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RSV Treatment
Treatments– Fluids– Rest– Anti-inflammatories (e.g. Advil)– Cough medicines or honey– Saline Spray for nose– Albuterol (usually for people with asthma)
– Antibiotics do not help!
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Common Cold (Rhinovirus)
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Common Cold
Most common viral infectionOver 200 different typesSpread by air droplets and contactGetting wet in cold weather does not give you the common cold!Viruses can be contagious for up to 2-3 weeks!!
http://www.cdc.gov/getsmart/antibiotic-use/uri/colds.html
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Common Cold Symptoms
Symptoms (~1 week):Sore throatRunny or stuffy noseSneezingHeadacheMild body aches
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Common Cold Treatment
Treatments– Fluids– Rest– Anti-inflammatories (e.g. Advil)– Cough medicines or honey– Saline Spray for nose
– Antibiotics do not help!
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Prevention of Common Illnesses
Get your flu shot (vaccine) each yearAvoid close contact with sick peopleWash your hands oftenCover your cough or sneeze with a tissue (or elbow)
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Prevention of Common Illnesses
Stay home when sickAvoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.Clean frequently touched surfaces at home, work or schoolGet plenty of sleep, exercise, manage your stress, drink plenty of fluids, and eat nutritious food.
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Questions???
Thank you!
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