NHS organisations across Shropshire are working together to implement specific plans to deal with any outbreak of swine flu in the county.
Shropshire County Primary Care Trust is working with partner agencies, including local authorities, and GPs to make sure that a joined-up approach is taken when dealing with the risks of the disease.
All local health organisations are reiterating the current national advice and guidance on how to help stop the spread of swine flu.
Information can be found on the internet at www.shropshire.nhs.uk
The advice to anyone who suffers flu-like symptoms, and has recently returned from one of the affected areas in the world, including Mexico and the USA, to not go to their GP’s surgery.
Instead they should stay at home, contact NHS Direct on 0845 46 47 or phone the surgery for more advice. Drink plenty of fluids and take paracetamol to relieve any symptoms.
The national swine flu information line is 0800 1513 513.
