H1N1

As you all should know, the H1N1 virus (influenza A) has been spreading very swiftly for the past weeks. Our country has about 450 confirmed cases of this new virus. People were afraid that this virus will mutate and cause much more harm to us. Although it might not seem as harmful as the quite recent dengue fever, there have already been death cases and hence, the goverment has taken measures to fight the virus, we should play a part too.

My school has stopped for an extra week after the holidays and we have e-learning at home. Also, even when I return to school for CCA, I have to take my temperature before enteing the school. Some activities have also been cancelled as a precaution. The govenment had initially thought of xtending the school holidays for all schools but only some schools have the 'luxury' of an extended one. People who return from affected countries also have to quaratine themselves for 7 days.

Many measures have been taken , but we should also play apart in stopping this virus. We should have a hygine lifestyle and try to avoid crowded places. If only everyone were to do this, we will be able to put a stop to this virus.