Influenza A (H1N1) is a new strain of influenza virus that spreads from human to human. It is a respiratory disease that presents itself with flu-like symptoms. The spread of Influenza A (H1N1) is believed to be the same way as how seasonal flu spreads. Most common transmission of infection is through coughing or sneezing of persons infected with the Influenza A (H1N1) virus. (from MOH website)

Influenza A (H1N1) is a contagious viral infection. People with this infection may be able to spread the flu virus a day before the symptoms appear and up to a week following the onset of illness.

The polytechnics and ITE are advised to be on the alert for any potential suspect or confirmed cases, and to implement existings SOPs to prevent any community spread.

• Signs & symptoms
• What you can do to protect yourself

For NYP Students
• Temperature Screening Exercise
• Leave Of Absence (LOA)
• Personal Hygiene & Social Responsibility

For NYP Staff
• Temperature Assessment Centre (TAC) at NYP
• Leave Of Absence (LOA)
• Overseas Travel

For Visitors
• Health & Travel Declaration for visitors
• Temperature Screening for users of Staff Centre's facilities

For the latest information and health updates, please refer to the following links:
• Ministry of Health
• Flu.gov.sg
• Health Promotion Board
• World Health Organization

If you have any feedback related to Influenza A (H1N1), please email nyp_feedbackh1n1@nyp.gov.sg

Last updated on 27-Jul-2009 by Rosli A Razak