As respiratory and gastrointestinal infectious diseases enter their peak season, all faculty, staff, and students are urged to practice good personal hygiene, stay vigilant regarding symptoms of common infectious diseases like influenza and viral gastroenteritis, and take appropriate preventive measures: Wash hands frequently, wear a mask,and seek medical attention promptly if feeling unwell.
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Item |
Influenza |
Viral Gastroenteritis |
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Transmission Routes |
Primarily via respiratory droplets Contact with contaminated objects, then touching eyes, mouth, or nose |
Contaminated food or water Contact with an infected person's vomit or stool Touching contaminated surfaces (e.g., doorknobs, desks) |
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Debunking Common Myths |
Mainly transmitted via respiratory routes, but some patients may also experience nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea! |
It's not just food poisoning! Highly contagious—spreads via person-to-person contact, touching contaminated surfaces, or inhaling vomit droplets! |
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Common Symptoms |
High fever / Fever Pronounced muscle aches, extreme fatigue Cough, sore throat, headache |
Frequent vomiting, watery diarrhea Nausea, abdominal cramps or pain Fever |
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Transmission Routes |
Primarily via respiratory droplets Contact with contaminated objects, then touching eyes, mouth, or nose |
Contaminated food or water Contact with an infected person's vomit or stool Touching contaminated surfaces (e.g., doorknobs, desks) |
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Incubation Period |
About 1–4 days |
About 10–72 hours (Common pathogen: Norovirus) |
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Prevention |
Get vaccinated against the flu Wear a mask Maintain good indoor ventilation Practice frequent handwashing |
Must wash hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds (⚠️ Alcohol hand sanitizers cannot kill Norovirus!) |
💧Key Prevention: Hand Hygiene is Your First Line of Defense!
- Practice Hand Hygiene: Wash hands thoroughly before eating, after using the restroom, and after coming into contact with vomit or stool.
- Important Reminder: Alcohol-based hand sanitizers cannot effectively kill Norovirus! To prevent viral gastroenteritis, always use soap and running water to wash your hands.
- If Vomiting or Diarrhea Occurs: Stay home to rest, avoid social gatherings, and do not prepare food for others. (Food handlers must only return to work at least 48 hours after symptoms have completely subsided
🏥Don't Ignore Warning Signs: Seek Medical Attention Promptly When Sick!
If Respiratory Symptoms Appear: Wear a mask, minimize contact with others, and seek medical attention promptly.
Seek Immediate Medical Attention if You Experience These Danger Signs:
Respiratory Warning Signs: Difficulty breathing or rapid breathing, chest pain, altered consciousness, or persistent high fever.
Gastrointestinal Warning Signs: Persistent vomiting, severe diarrhea, severe abdominal pain, inability to eat or drink, or clear signs of dehydration (e.g., dry mouth, dizziness, significantly decreased urination).
💙 Health Service Section, Yuan Ze University — Caring for Your Health