Journal of SMKTC

Something new is brewing up in our school.

Something that will be part of our schools history for years to come.

Something that we have all been anxiously waiting for a long time.

Look at the pictures below and you will know what I am talking about.

It’s finally up. The first, second and third floor of our new Block D in SMK Taman Connaught. (Well, almost up)

However, there is still a long way to go before the building is officially completed.

For now, we have something interesting to look forward to next year.

The completion of this new building will bring about massive changes to our schools system.

Our Bengkel Kemahiran Hidup or Living Skills Workshop will be remembered as it was once located at this spot.

However, something new will be replacing it forever.

Recently in Malaysia the outbreak of the Influenza A (H1N1) virus had gone overboard and many people are dying from this illness in our country.

Please note that this post is not to scare or stir panic but to tell you facts and the ways to prevent the Influenza A (H1N1) virus from spreading even more.

Facts about Influenza A (H1N1) virus:
* Swine flu is a respiratory illness & mostly has the same symptoms as a common flu
* You can’t get swine flu from eating pork alone.
* The Swine Flu like other flu variations is highly contagious.
* The swine flu is a virus – don’t ask your doctor for antibiotics – there are specific medications like Tamiflu which may help to alleviate the symptoms and severity. However, you are discourage from consuming it as a preventive measure.
* The Swine Flu is a type A influenza (H1N1)
* Coughing & sneezing is usually the fastest way the flu spreads.
* The flu germs can also be picked up on places where someone had sneezed such as a keyboard, telephone, door knob – Always clean surfaces with alcohol or antibacterial wipes whenever possible.

Symptoms:
* Flu
* Cough
* Headache
* Fever
* Chills
* Sore throat
* Body Aches
* Fatigue
Some may also suffer:
* Diarrhea
* Vomiting

Preventions:

* The best way to avoid the swine flu is to wash your hand thoroughly and often.
* Avoid being in contact with someone who may have the flu or been exposed to the flu.
* Avoid large crowds
* Avoid touching your eyes, nose & mouth often.
* Get plenty of rest.
* If possible try to avoid stress which can lower your immune system defence against ilnesses.
* Eat as healthy as possible – fresh fruits & veggies
* Drink plenty of fresh water.
* Take immune boosting supplements & vitamins.
* Before traveling check the Health map (shown below) to see if there is a current outbreak so you can take precautions.

The swine flu is just a flu, but just like any flu there can be serious symptoms and it can be deadly. Even if you are not concerned about catching H1N1 you should still take measures to protect yourself and your family members.

You won’t be any good to another family member if they get sick and you are too sick to take care of them.

SMK Taman Connaught Terus Bebas A(H1N1)

SMK Taman Connaught Terus Cemerlang!