Swine Flu

"And remember to wash your hands!" we all hear after our daily first hour announcements. Does anyone really take this advice to heart? Well, maybe it's time to begin listening. The swine flu and the 24 hour flu has been taking out students one by one in Effingham County. Over 90 students at T-Town are out and several others around the area. One may think, "being out of school doesn't sound too bad." But the swine flu is nothing to look forward to. In fact, by knowing the symptoms of swine flu, you will be able to detect that you have it earlier and get treatment sooner. Some symptoms include:

• headache
• runny nose
• sore throat
• shortness of breath
• loss of appetite
• cough
• aching muscles
• vomiting
• diarrhea
  

Doesn't sound like too much fun! If these symptoms pertain to you, stop going to school and see a doctor. You will only endanger the other students by being around them. The virus is spread through coughing and sneezing. Avoid touching your eyes and mouth and take advantage of the flu vaccine at the hospital. They are FREE! And remember to WASH YOUR HANDS!

by Allie K