Swine flu need-to-know guide
Swine flu is still spreading and now there's a real chance that it could affect you, especially as flu viruses become more common in the colder months.
If you think you've got swine flu, you're worried about getting it or you just want more information, this is the right place to come. We've been gathering advice from experts, stories from real people and the latest information from the government.
Help! I think I've got swine flu
Don't panic! Read this first: Have I got swine flu? If your symptoms still match, ring the pandemic flu helpline
Specific swine flu information
You might be worried that you're more at risk of swine flu because you're pregnant or have an underlying health condition, you might also be worried about your baby. We can help you:
- Swine flu advice if you have asthma, diabetes or heart problems
- Swine flu advice for pregnant women and young babies
-October 26: Swine flu vaccination programme begins
Expert advice
- Dr Chris Steele's expert advice on swine flu
- Protect yourself from infections and viruses
Your tips and advice
- Your tips on beating the flu
- Your swine flu story: 'It started with a headache'
Have you had swine flu? Tell us all about it and your story could appear on goodtoknow.
Where to next?
- Swine flu early stages timeline
- Stock up on superfoods to beat the bugs this winter
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rosalind, 4 months
hello i suffer from asthma i had a flu injection last winter i am worried about swine flu will injection help protect me from swine flu
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