Reported by Christine Webb
How do you know if you have the swine flu and if you really need to go to the doctor?
Take a look and write these down.
Swine flu symptoms are similar to the common cold, and the seasonal flu.
While most cases are mild -- sometimes serious symptoms arise, which require you to see a doctor. Anyone experiencing these symptoms should seek medical attention.
- Difficulty breathing
- Confusion/Dizziness
- High fever
- Abdominal pain or pressure
- Severe vomiting
- Flu symptoms that are getting worse over the course of several days
The Orange County Health Department and Orange County Public Schools have set out a long-term strategic approach to provide free H1N1 Swine Flu vaccinations countywide next month.
December events will target school aged children.
9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 5, at East River High School Gymnasium
654 Columbia School Road, Orlando
9 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday., Dec. 12 at Freedom High School Gymnasium
2500 W. Taft-Vineland Road, Orlando
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