What has President Obama done about the Swine Flu outbreak?
It is unfortunate and somewhat ironic that Congress cut funds, originally proposed in the stimulus package by President Obama, which were targeted for pandemic preparedness (such as for the swine flu). They labeled this part of the package "Pork" and it was removed from the package. However, in March President Obama proposed and the Omnibus appropriations bill signed a law containing funding ($156 million) for pandemic influenza research.
The President is working closely with officials from the Center for Disease Control (CDC) and other Federal departments. On Wednesday, the Homeland Security and Government Affairs Committee will hold a hearing on "Swine Flu: Coordinating the federal response." See the related links below for more information about the CDC response.
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Where did the Spanish flu hit?
The Spanish Flu was a true Pandemic, affecting every corner of the world.
What kills the flu virus in your home?
CLEAN YOUR SURROUNDINGS TO GET RID OF FLU GERMS
DRINK HOT BEVERAGES TO RAISE BODY TEMPERATURE AND KILL THE VIRUS
TAKE IN VITAMIN C
DRINK EVEN MORE VITAMIN C
REST STAY SOMEWHAT ACTIVE
HYDRATE YOURSELF
Stay positive
In World War 1 what did the families of soldiers do?
while the soldiers were at war the families wrote letters to keep the soldiers spirits up. life on the farm got much harder for the families as they had only the father at the farm. they would also send over gifts. the women would nurse the sick and injured
Are bacterial diseases treated differently by doctors than viral diseases?
Yes. Bacterial diseases can be treated with antibiotics. Viral diseases have to run their course. Many viral diseases have vaccines available, such as flu, measles, mumps, chicken pox and so on. If your cold or flu turns into pneumonia, then that can be treated since it is bacterial.
For the 2012 -2013 Flu Season in the Northern Hemisphere, the H1N1 vaccine is included in the "regular" seasonal flu shot that is trivalent (contains vaccine for three different types of flu). The contents are for the most part the same as listed in the answer below. Also see the related links and related questions sections below for some additional in formation.
Influenza A (H1N1) 2009 Monovalent Vaccine is formulated to contain 15 mcg HA per 0.5 mL dose of influenza A/California/7/2009 (H1N1)v-like virus.
The single-dose formulation is preservative-free; thimerosal, a mercury derivative, is not used in the manufacturing process for this formulation. The multi-dose formulation contains thimerosal, added as a preservative; each 0.5 mL dose contains 24.5 mcg of mercury.
A single 0.5 mL dose of Influenza A (H1N1) 2009 Monovalent Vaccine contains sodium chloride (4.1 mg), monobasic sodium phosphate (80 mcg), dibasic sodium phosphate (300 mcg), monobasic potassium phosphate (20 mcg), potassium chloride (20 mcg), and calcium chloride (1.5 mcg). From the manufacturing process, each dose may also contain residual amounts of sodium taurodeoxycholate (≤ 10 ppm), ovalbumin (≤ 1 mcg), neomycin sulfate (≤ 0.2 picograms [pg]), polymyxin B (≤ 0.03 pg), and beta-propiolactone (< 25 nanograms).
The rubber tip cap and plunger used for the preservative-free, single-dose syringes and the rubber stoppers used for the multi-dose vial contain no latex.
Roche Holding AG is the parent company of F. Hoffmann-La Roche, Ltd. maker of the antiviral medication brand named Tamiflu.
What is best remedy for sore throat and flu?
There are many natural ways to feel better when you have the flu, but there is no cure. The remedies depend on your specific symptoms. See the Related Questions section for more information about specific treatment of flu symptoms.
Will taking 2000 milligrams of vitamin C help a cold?
It' wont heal u cos u should take vitamin C b4 u get infected not after! however it reduce cold symptoms to 50% bout the rate u wrote, vitamin C is not dangerous with big amounts but with LIMITS! there is a study say if u take 500M*4 times a day ur cold will be 50% less, so u was right! if u mean it like 4 times a day so I think sound good based upon the study!
What is the best way to get rid of cough?
* Use cough drops * You can get it over the counter for about 6 bucks for a small bottle and 12 for a big bottle Sigma Senegar Senega Ammonia 200ml * Robitussin EX Chesty Cough provides symptomatic relief from the familys congested chests and coughs due to the common cold. Robitussin EX contains the expectorant Guaiphenesin, which increases the flu & cough
Have any black people died of swine flu?
As of 22 May 2009 Harris county (Houston) Texas has reported 64 confirmed cases of Novel H1N1 Influenza and only one death. The death, however was the early death of the child from Mexico who was traveling in the Houston area when hospitalized and died. No Houston residents have been reported to have died of the "Swine Flu of 2009".
What causes diseases such as the cold flu chicken pox and hepatitis?
Cold, flu, chickenpox, and hepatitis are all infectious viral diseases.
What is or was the most dangerous flu?
the most dangerous flu on Earth is h5n1 the bird flu it kills 60% of the people it infects. This virus mutated from a virus that could only affect birds, H5n1 is an epidemic across asia. The h1n1 flu is the next most dangerous flu. In the United States it's become an epidemic. The Swine flu h1n1 does not have a high death rate and this virus mutated from a virus that only affected swine or pigs. Most people that get h1n1 flu don't die, but without proper treatment it can start to kill you within 2 days. Swine flew symptoms are same as normal flew but more severe.
Can you take Tamiflu more than once a season?
Yes, you can take Tamiflu (oseltamivir) more than once during a flu season if necessary. However, it's important to follow your healthcare provider's recommendations regarding dosage and frequency. Typically, Tamiflu is prescribed for the treatment of flu symptoms or for prophylaxis in individuals who have been exposed to the virus. Always consult with a healthcare professional before repeating treatment.
Who may be at risk for the flu?
Currently the typical person contracting the disease is a healthy teenager in the mid-teen years (15 - 17). Although, ages of people who have had confirmed cases of the flu range in all age groups, from toddlers to senior citizens. However, the people at most risk for severe symptoms or untoward outcomes are defined by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as:
Persons at increased risk of severe illness from influenza (i.e. high-risk persons) include those groups at higher risk for severe illness from seasonal influenza, including: children younger than 5 years old; persons aged 65 years or older; children and adolescents (younger than 18 years) who are receiving long-term aspirin therapy and who might be at risk for experiencing Reye syndrome after influenza virus infection; pregnant women; adults and children who have pulmonary, including asthma, cardiovascular, hepatic, hematological, neurologic, neuromuscular, or metabolic disorders, such as diabetes; adults and children who have immunosuppression (including immunosuppression caused by medications or by HIV); and, residents of nursing homes and other chronic-care facilities.
If you are allergic to sulfa would you be allergic to Tamiflu?
Many people can unless they have a severe sulfa drug allergy. Allergic reactions to the flu vaccines are very rare.
The amount of antibacterial agents left in flu vaccines from their being treated to prevent bacterial growth are only traces. Although, it is best to check with your doctor before getting a flu vaccination if you have a severe allergy to sulfonamides.
Some types of vaccines may be better than others for you. See the ingredient lists below. After speaking with your allergist or physician, if you still have any concerns, the clinician who will be giving you the injection can tell you if there is any potential problem from the vaccine they will be using, and they will not give it if there is any issue. You may want to call around after speaking to your doctor to find a location that has the brands of vaccines that do not contain sulfonamides. If you are getting the vaccination from your family doctor, just be sure to remind them of your allergy before they give it and they can monitor your reaction to the medication for a period after the vaccination to be sure there will be no need for treatment of a reaction. If you have a severe allergic reaction to sulfa drugs, then you should not take those vaccines containing sulfonamides.
The sulfonamide antibiotics used in the preparation of the flu vaccines are typically neomycin sulfate, gentamicin sulfate, and polymyxin. Two of the vaccines are available without these drugs: Fluzone and Flulaval.
The ingredients of each type of flu vaccine currently available in the US for the 2012 - 2013 flu season are:
Flulaval:
Thimerosal, α-tocopheryl hydrogen succinate, polysorbate 80, formaldehyde, sodium deoxycholate, ovalbumin
Fluzone: Standard, High-Dose, & Intradermal:
Formaldehyde, octylphenol ethoxylate (Triton X-100), sodium phosphate, gelatin (standard formulation only), thimerosal (multi-dose vial only) , egg protein
Afluria:
Beta-propiolactone, thimerosol (multi-dose vials only), monobasic sodium phosphate, dibasic sodium phosphate, monobasic potassium phosphate, potassium chloride, calcium chloride, sodium taurodeoxycholate, neomycin sulfate, polymyxin B, egg protein
Fluarix:
Sodium deoxycholate, formaldehyde, octoxynol-10 (Triton X-100), α-tocopheryl hydrogen succinate, polysorbate 80 (Tween 80), hydrocortisone, gentamicin sulfate, ovalbumin
Fluvirin:
Nonylphenol ethoxylate, thimerosal (multidose vial-trace only in prefilled syringe), polymyxin, neomycin, beta-propiolactone, egg proteins
FluMist:
Ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid (EDTA), monosodium glutamate, hydrolyzed porcine gelatin, arginine, sucrose, dibasic potassium phosphate, monobasic potassium phosphate, gentamicin sulfate, egg protein
See the related question below about flu vaccines and egg allergies.
What causes the flu in your body?
flu or fever its always been a myth that fever is a bad sign infact fever is a good response its a defence mechanism of the body.whenever your body is attacked by any bacteria or virus the body responds by an increase in temperature ,which is helpful to kill the pathogen.
What can causes cramps and flu-like symptoms during dialysis treatment?
can be caused by a number of factors, including the type of dialysate used, composition of the dialyzer membrane, water quality in the dialysis unit, and the ultrafiltration rate of the treatment
Why would covering your mouth help prevent a cold from spreading?
Every time you sneeze, thousands of tiny droplets are blasted out of your mouth. If you have a cold, those droplets might spread the cold to other people.
Why did god send this Swine Flu thing?
God didn't send swine flu, it mutated from strains of pig, avian and human flu. Also, it's hardly a plague on mankind. In the time since it came about, more people have died from normal human flu than swine flu.
Can you drink milk with sore throat?
Well I don't think so, but what would help would be a nice hot cup of milk and lots of honey. Or some advil would help too, its very cheap at Walmart. And try not to talk a lot, and cover your throat at night with your bed covers to keep it warm. Good luck with your soar throat.
How many germs are there in a sneeze?
Because it still comes from your insides and it's built up. Sneezing is the body's way of getting rid of germs. The mucus builds up in the nose to catch all the germs that we breathe in and when we sneeze we get rid of them. So they can spread then to others.
Can the flu give a false positive for mono?
Yes it can. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention:
The live attenuated influenza vaccine viruses in LAIV (seasonal vaccine and 2009 H1N1 monovalent vaccine) can cause a positive result on a rapid influenza diagnostic test. The tests are designed to detect influenza viruses and cannot differentiate between live attenuated and wild-type influenza viruses. A positive test in a person who recently (in the previous 7 days) received LAIV and who also has an influenza-like illness could be caused by either LAIV or wild-type influenza virus.
Flu stands for influenza. As you can tell, it's just a shortened version of the word.