Communicable Disease Health Education Tool

Explain the disease process,
including the introduction and
spread.
There was an outbreak of influenza
virus in Russia from last few years and
citizens of the respective country has been
effected greatly by the virus. It is also
known as ''Flu''. It is an infectious disease
which is caused due to influenza virus. It
majorly effects upper respiratory organs
such as throat, nose, bronchi and lungs.
The influenza virus is spread through
aerosol or through contact with saliva or
may be when an infected person sneeze or
cough. The virus gets attached and
replicates in epithelial cells.
Develop a health education tool
that addresses the disease.
Health education tool is basically a
combination of educational strategies that
promote adaption of healthy lifestyle
behavior and choices. It would be helpful
for the individuals sustain in Russia to deal
harmful effects of influenza virus. An
effective tool for flu is necessary to
eliminate further health risks.
Some of the important elements of health
education tool is discussed here.
Self-management tips
 A possible complication of flu is
dehydration thus, individuals need
to stay hydrated and drink plenty of
fluids like soups, water and juice.
 Individuals need to avoid contact
with other people and should cover
their mouth and nose while they
cough and sneeze.
 Wash hands in a frequent manner.
Communicable Disease Health Education Tool