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Welcome to Family Practice Associates of Lexington
Each year, millions more people visit Family Physicians than doctors in any other specialty - making Family Physicians the most popular physicians in America. Their breadth of training, preventive approach to healthcare and reasonable fees make Family Physicians your best value in medicine today. It's no secret anymore, the Family Physicians of Family Practice Associates of Lexington not only understand the total you - they specialize in you.
At Family Practice Associates of Lexington our mission is simple: to provide preventive, diagnostic, and therapeutic health services with attention to individual need. We are dedicated to giving family-centered care from birth to later years in an affordable, high quality manner.
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EVERYONE IS ASKING ABOUT THE H1N1 INFLUENZA! HERE IS WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
- What is the difference between H1N1 flu and the regular seasonal flu? The symptoms of H1N1 flu (formerly known as swine flu) are expected to be similar to the symptoms of the seasonal influenza: fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. Some people with H1N1 also report nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. The difference is who gets it. The seasonal flu traditionally affects the senior population far greater than other segments of the population. CDC research indicates that H1N1 primarily has affected people under 65.
- How do I avoid getting the flu? The single best way to protect against the flu is to get vaccinated every year. A vaccine against H1N1 is currently in production and should be ready for administration to the public this fall. The H1N1 vaccine is not intended to replace the seasonal flu vaccine - it is to be used in addition to the seasonal flu vaccine. FPA has applied to receive supplies of the government purchased H1N1 vaccine.
- Additionally, you should do your best to avoid exposure to people who have the flu or flu-like symptoms. If you have to be around people with the flu, wear a mask. You should also wash your hands frequently.
- How long is swine flu contagious? Infected people should be considered contagious up to 7 days after symptoms begin and as long as the person is sick. Children, especially younger children, may be contagious for longer periods.
- Are there medicines to treat swine flu? Yes, the doctor may prescribe antiviral drugs which fight against the flu viruses and may help to make the illness milder.
- What can I do to protect myself from getting sick? Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze and dispose of the tissue in the trash. Wash hands often with soap and water. Avoid touching your eyes, nose, or mouth...germs spread this way. Try to avoid close contact with sick people. If you get sick with flu-like symptoms, stay home from work or school and limit contact with others.
For more information about swine flu go to: www.cdc.gov.
