2009-04-28 05:52:19
South Shore Health is monitoring the Swine Flu situation very closely and is in regular contact with the Departments of Health Protection and Promotion and the Department of Health as well as provincial counterparts.Communications Director Theresa Hawkesworth says locally they are following all recommended guidelines and protocols and are working with Health Promotion and Protection to enhance existing surveillance for respiratory illness in Nova Scotia. They are also working to ensure that heath care professionals get the information they need to identify and manage suspected cases. Hawkesworth says they have had a number of calls from the public with questions and concerns. She says if you've been to Mexico recently and have severe flu-like symptoms, you should isolate yourself and contact your family doctors or other health care professional. Make sure you mention your travel history. People with general questions or concerns should contact Public Health in Bridgewater
