human
I've been hearing about the swine flu. What are some of the symptoms and what can I do to protect myself?
assistant
Symptoms may include fever, chills, body aches, fatigue, coughing, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, headache, sneezing, and aching muscles or joints. To protect yourself from the virus, it is important to wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, avoid close contact with people who are sick, and if you feel sick, stay home and rest. It is also recommended that you cover your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing and practice social distancing by avoiding large gatherings.