Health Information and Self Care Advice for Scotland

If you have recently visited one of the countries or areas where human cases of swine flu have been identified, or been in close contact with someone who has confirmed or suspected swine flu, it is important for you to monitor your health closely for seven days after your visit or contact.

There is no need for you to isolate yourself from other people as long as you remain well.

If you develop flu-like symptoms stay at home and phone your GP or NHS 24 on 0845 4 24 24 24.

If a health professional decides that you need to have tests, you should avoid contact with other people as much as possible until you receive the results.

Also make sure you follow the basic hygiene precautions described on this page: What should i do to avoiding getting swine flu?

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