Information on Influenza A (H1N1)
2 types of anti-viral medicines available in Brunei to treat infection of the Influenza A (H1N1) :
• Oseltamivir (Tamiflu)
• Zanamivir (Relenza)

Measures Undertaken:

Activation of the Ministry of Health Influenza Pandemic Plan:
• Disease surveillance, prevention & control
• Management of patient care
• Infection control
• Logistics & technical support
• Laboratory support
• Media & communications
• Human resource
 
Border surveillance:
• Thermal scanning at the International Airport & other ports of entry
• Implementation of Health Declaration Forms
• Preparations -isolation rooms, identification of quarantine areas
• Notification of travelers coming from affected areas to Disease Control Division (+673 2382023)
 
Health centers & hospitals:
• Step-up surveillance of influenza-like illnesses (ILI) & pneumonia
• Activation of flu desks to screen all patients/ visitors
• Ensuring stockpile of anti-viral medications (Tamiflu & Relenza) for treatment of influenza
• Ensuring sufficient equipments, PPE & other logistical requirements
• Designation of fully-equipped isolation hospital -DPMM PMHAMB Tutong hospital
 
Information dissemination & public advisory:
• Media briefings, press statements & releases
• TV -news, RampaiPagi
• Radio -news, announcements
• Newspaper articles
• Posters & leaflets
• Khutbah Jumaat-1 May 2009
• Website - www.moh.gov.bn
• HealthLine - +673 2384234 or 145 (office hours)
 
What can you do to prevent infection?
• General Precautions  against Flu and other respiratory Illness:
• Avoid contact with persons with symptoms of influenza
• Avoid crowded areas, stay home and maintain good ventilation, especially if you are unwell. Wear a surgical mask to protect others
• Cover your mouth and nose with tissue when sneezing or coughing; dispose tissue in dustbin
• Avoid touching your eyes, nose & mouth
• Keep distance from others when you are unwell to protect them
• Consult a doctor if you are sick, especially if you have signs of serious illness eg, breathlessness, vomiting etc
• Defer travel if you are not well
• Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water frequently and when they are contaminated by respiratory secretions e.g. after sneezing
 
IMPORTANT CONTACT NUMBERS:
• Emergency: 991
• Healthline:
 
• 145 (during office hours)
• +673 8220991 (during non-working hours)