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Visit the NHS Choices Website for advice and information regarding Swine Flu
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Swine flu information
The Newcastle Hospitals have robust plans in place to meet the demands of an influenza pandemic should one become apparent. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has declared we are currently on Alert level 6, which means that swine flu is now spreading in communities in several countries.
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What to do if you think you have flu-like symptoms
It is very important that anyone who believes they may be suffering from flu-like symptoms does NOT present to A&E unless they are very ill.
If you think you or a member of your family are suffering from flu-like symptoms, you should contact your GP directly or alternatively ring NHS Direct on 0845 46 47 and they will be able to advise you accordingly.
For further information go to the NHS Choices website : Important Information about Swine Flu
You can also go to our section on : Advice for people with flu-like symptoms
For further information
For more information on swine flu select one of the following links:Department of Health Swine Flu Information Leaflet
If you would like the above leaflet in a different language please click the following link: http://www.dh.gov.uk/en/index.htm
The NHS Choices website also provides information in different languages and formats at: NHS Choices - Swine Flu Information in other Formats and Languages
