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HomeMy WebLinkAboutThe Goderich Signal-Star, 2009-05-06, Page 8Page 6 - Godertch Signal -Star. Wednesday May 6 2009 Editorial www.goderichsignalstar.com Props ie for ant/pub/oiled b Hint es Pi h',she , P0. lirI.t 220, 120 11ctekin.3 .lttr rt. EDITORIAL Flu scare cause for caution The stakes were simply too high not to do anything. Caution became the operative word around the world this past week as more and more people became infected with the H 1 N 1 flu virus,commonly known as the swine influenza or swine flu. And so it was a prudent move made by the World Health Organization (WHO) to quickly develop a vaccine in response to the outbreak. While many consider the reaction to be overwhelmingly cautious, it is far better for health organizations and officials to take a cautious approach than face a pandemic and the possibility of large numbers of deaths. Swine influenza is a strain of the influenza virus that usually affects pigs but can also make people sick. Human swine influenza is a respiratory illness that causes symptoms similar to those of the regular human seasonal flu. The symptoms include fever, fatigue, lack of appetite, coughing and sore throat. The virus is contagious 'and can be spread from person to person, in the same way as regular seasonal influenza. Influenza is spread through droplets that have been coughed or sneezed into the air by someone who is already infected. The virus is also found on the hands of people with the flu and on surfaces they have touched. Crowded conditions play increase the risk of infection and attending events with large gatherings may increase your chance of getting the flu. While the cases reported in Canada and Ontario have been determined to be of the mild variety, precautions are critical to prevent the spread of the virus and flu. Wash your hands frequently with soap and warm -running water. Alcohol -based hand gel can also be used. - Practice proper cough and sneeze etiquette. Don't sneeze into your hand. Cover your mouth and nose by sneezing or coughing into your elbow, arm or sleeve and wash your hands afterward. Keep shared surface areas clean. Clean doorknobs, telephones, keyboards and other hard surfaces that many people touch on a regular basis. Get vaccinated against seasonal influenza. The flu shot can prevent illness in about 70 to 90 percent of healthy people. Locally, officials at Alexandra Marine and General Hospital are following protocol and guidelines of the provincial ministry of health and the Huron County Health Unit. . To date there have been no reported cases of the flu in the Goderich area but a few patients have shown up at the hospital to have symptoms checked. If you experience flu-like symptoms, you should talk to a healthcare professional. Precaution is the operative word and people should not take health lightly. (DS) Set aside time with mom There's nothing quite so caring or comforting as the loving touch of a mother. This Sunday, is Mother's Day, a day set aside to acknowledge all the moms for their nurturing, support and unconditional love. They are the world's greatest teachers; teachers of compassion, forgiveness, patience, trust and builders and protectors of souls and self esteem. A mother is the truest teacher and friend we can have and her undying support and kindness, counseling and understanding dissipate the dark clouds of life. Mothers are sunshine and a safe refuge. Moms are the best. Be sure to give your mother a call this weekend and offer a genuine thank you for her unselfish, lifelong efforts. Or go and share the day with mom. Those days are precious and will one day be only fond memories. (DS) wiwwwwit The Goderich Signal-Stac published every Wednesday at Goderich. Ontario is one of The Signal -Star Publishing Group of Community Newspapers, a division of Bowes Publishers. The Goderich Signal Star shall not be liable for failure to publish an ad for typographical errors in publication except to the extent of the cost of that portion of the ad in which the ermr occurred. The Goderich Signal -Star reserves the right to reject or edit any advertisement. The Goderich Signal -Star is a proud member of the Canadian Community Newspapers Association (CCNA) and The Ontario Community Newspapers Association (OCNA). 01111101111111101 w ••••••i• • ,...:n..•....... • Editorial Deadlines... Advertising Deadlines Entertainment, Births, In Menwriarns... Classifieds... Display Advertising... Telephone Fax.... Publisher... Reporters... Monday at 10 am Deaths, Friday at 3 pm Monday at noon Monday at noon 519-524-2614 519-524-514.5 Dave Sykes Dominique Milburn Gerard Creces Denny Scott (iotlenc 1t, (liirorit) \ .'.4 4H( / 0 c= 0 0 ouR ToP StoRY TON 1 G NT... Photo contest a shining reminder of loved one To the Editor; We would like to thank the Community Living Central Huron and the Huron Camera Club for organizing the Last Light Photo Show in memory of Sarah Mann, the Goderich Library for sharing their facility and the sponsors Goderich Signal -Star, Lighthouse Money Management and Huron Tourism Association. Thanks to the photo contributors and our judges Rosemary, Cindy and Uncle John. Congratulations to our winners - awesome photography. • Letters opinion Thank you to our family, friends and neighbors for your continuing support. Special thanks to Jenna for all .your work an organization each year. The photos will be on display at the Goderich Library until May 15. Please visit the show, bid on a picture and support Community Living Central Huron. Steve, Lynne and Jessica Mann Lucknow Classifieds & Subscription... Accounting... Office Manager... Display Sales... Advertising Manager... 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