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h1n1: How to Teach Kids about Swine Flu

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 12:02:00 +0000

By rewrite810
Nightly news updates, school closures and family discussions about the rapid spread of the Swine Flu (also known as the H1N1 flu infection) may lead to anxiety and undue stress in young children as they worry about the epidemic. Calm their fears about the Swine Flu, while still educating them about prevention and symptoms in the event H1N1 reaches your community. Use these tips to teach kids about Swine Flu to educate with unnecessarily alarming them
1. Teach kids about Swine Flu (H1N1) by letting them know that the outbreak is referred to as a health emergency so enough medicine (like Tamiflu or Relenza) will be allocated to areas that will possibly need it. Compare the Swine Flu to a regular seasonal flu, but acknowledge that it’s more serious because it’s hitting its stride after the traditional flu season and is a blend of three types of influenza (viruses that typically affect pigs, birds and people).

2. Stress that the Swine Flu is easily passed from person to person. Equip them with “tools” to help prevent getting sick. Teach kids about swine flu preventive measures like washing hands often, particularly before eating meals or a snack. (You can also give them and their classroom an antibacterial hand sanitizer for use throughout the day.) Instruct them to stop rubbing their eyes, touching their noses, putting fingers in their mouth and avoid sharing drinks with other kids to keep germs at bay.

3. Educate your kids about H1N1 symptoms (such as fever, an achy body, a sore throat, runny nose and occasionally throwing up or stomach upset) to empower them since they’ll know what to look for. If your children are known to “adopt” symptoms after they hear about them, however, you may just want to assure them that you’ll check them for symptoms each night before bed as reassurance.

4. Let your children know that they should come to you with questions if their friends are discussing the Swine Flu or if something they see on television or read about on the Internet upsets them. Look up information together on the computer, for example, if you don’t have the answers. Discussing it calmly (be sure to temper your own reactions to the “pig flu”) and supplying them with accurate information can make them feel confident and prepared.

Flu Prevention Medicines

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 11:56:00 +0000

By Leanne Coffman
Seasonal influenza affects up to 20 percent of the population each year, resulting in lost time from work and school, and typically up to a week of feeling simply miserable. Although most people recover on their own, influenza (or flu) can be a serious illness to reckon with. In the United States, as many as 200,000 flu-related hospitalizations occur. Thankfully, there are effective choices to keep flu away or to lessen its severity.
History
Seasonal flu is an annual illness, which spreads through North America in the winter to early spring. This virus slightly changes each year, so the body does not usually have adequate immunities to influenza. Serious flu episodes, called pandemics, occur about every four decades. These are a more highly contagious strain and last through several seasons. Swine flu, or H1N1, is considered a pandemic flu. Preventative medications exist for each of these flu strains.

Types
Two main methods are available to prevent or lessen flu duration. These are vaccines and prescription antiviral drugs. Each of these measures has benefits and side effects, along with varying degrees of effectiveness.

Features
Flu vaccines are the most successful medical means to prevent influenza. Each year, scientists study viruses they believe will be prevalent in the coming flu season to create vaccines. A seasonal flu shot contains three strains of viruses based on these findings. According to the CDC, when a close equivalent is made between vaccine and actual seasonal flu, vaccines prevent 70 to 90 percent of influenza cases for most people under 65.

Effects
The flu shot is less potent in adults over 65 or in those with compromised immune systems because these individuals create smaller quantities of necessary antibodies to the vaccine. Young children, under nine years of age, may need two flu vaccines to aid their body in producing enough antibodies. However, the vaccine is still the best method to prevent serious flu complications in older adults and children.

Considerations
Influenza vaccines are developed in chicken eggs, which may cause complications for those with egg allergies. Therefore, the CDC does not recommend vaccines for this group of people. Individuals who have experienced neurological responses to previous vaccines, (an extremely rare condition called Guillain-Barre Syndrome), also should not obtain influenza vaccines.

Function
Prescriptions antiviral medications, such as Tamiflu and Relenza, function well in flu prevention for those unable to receive vaccines or already exposed to influenza. Antiviral drugs shorten the duration of influenza in persons beginning to show symptoms and lessen life threatening complications. Taken within the first 12 to 48 hours of symptoms, they can be up to 90 percent effective at treating non-resistant viruses. However, this is considerably less effective if not taken within the recommended time or if anti-viral resistant strains of influenza have been identified.

Prevention/Solution
While flu vaccines and antiviral medications are very efficient at minimizing risk of contracting the flu or lessening the effects, they should be used in conjunction with good hygiene and other preventative measures. Eating healthy to build the immune system, frequent hand washing, and avoiding direct contact with sick people minimizes the spread of influenza greatly.

How to Prevent Swine Flu

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 11:52:00 +0000

By Heidi Gonzales
Swine flu is a respiratory disease common in pigs, and is a specific type of Influenza A. Humans who work with pigs are generally more susceptible to contracting swine flu, but it has recently mutated and is being passed among humans. As of this writing there were 81 deaths reported as a result of swine flu and there have been numerous outbreaks in the United States. The following steps will help you prevent this disease.
1. If possible, avoid Mexico. While Mexico is often a good vacation spot for many, it is currently the hot spot for swine flu. Authorities in Mexico have temporarily shut down schools from kindergarten level to universities, as well as advised people to stay away from gatherings and take extra precautions. If you have a vacation planned or a business meeting scheduled, try to postpone it until further notice.

2. Since the swine flu has traveled to the United States, it is important to observe basic flu prevention techniques. This includes: covering your mouth and nose when you sneeze or cough, washing your hands frequently and thoroughly and avoiding close contact with people who are showing flu symptoms. You can also keep an alcohol-based hand sanitizer on your key ring to use.

3. Take 1,000 mg to 3,000 mg of Vitamin C daily. Vitamin C comes in many forms that include chewable tablets, pills and in liquid forms such as Emergen-C and orange juice. Vitamin C can help build up your immune system and make it tougher for viruses to thrive.

4. You can also take another immune system booster, Echinacea. Echinacea also comes in a variety of forms. One of the easiest ways to take Echinacea is in your favorite tea. Simply add 20 to 30 drops in each cup of tea a few times per day. Echinacea helps support the immune system and when mixed with Vitamin C, gives extra resistance to tough viruses.

5. Watch for symptoms of the flu. Symptoms of the swine flu are quite similar to the seasonal flu. Symptoms include: fever, body aches, lethargy, sore throat, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting, lack of appetite, coughing and runny nose. You may have just a few of these symptoms or you may have all of them.

6. If you notice any of these symptoms, contact your healthcare provider to get tested. The swine flu is treated with antiviral drugs that stop it from reproducing and attacking the body. These antiviral drugs work best if administered within 24 hours of the onset of symptoms.

Swine Flu Cure: How to Find the Swine Flu Vaccine

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 14:29:00 +0000

By bdcblogs

According to the Center for Disease Control the novel Swine Flu (H1N1) vaccine is expected to be available in the fall of 2009. Once the vaccine is available it is recommended that people in the following groups receive the vaccine first: pregnant women, people who live with or care for children younger than 6 months of age, healthcare and emergency medical services personnel, persons between the ages of 6 months and 24 years old, and people ages of 25 through 64 years of age who are at higher risk for novel H1N1 because of chronic health disorders or compromised immune systems. The steps in this article explain how to find the Swine Flu Vaccine once it is available.

Step 1
PCP – check with your Primary Care Physician first to see if they have the swine flu vaccine and if they will give it to you. They may have limited supply and need to prioritize who receives it.

Step 2
School – CDC noted schools as one of the distribution channels for the swine flu vaccine.

Step 3
Employer – check with your human resource department to see if they are planning a swine flu vaccination program.

Step 4
Vaccination Clinics – the CDC also notes on their website that they expect to setup vaccination clinics. These clinics could be set-up at hospitals or other clinical settings.

Step 5
Pharmacies – check with your local pharmacy to see if they are planning to administer a swine flu vaccination program. Because of the popularity on location of retail pharmacies this could be the most convenient option for finding the swine flu vaccine.

Prevent Swine Flu: How to Get the Swine Flu Vaccine

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:24:00 +0000

By janetlombo

The swine flu or the H1N1 virus is now a current pandemic. As with most pandemics there is a rush to get everyone vaccinated as quickly as possible. There will be a shortage of vaccines and some people will come down with the swine flu before they are vaccinated. If you want to be one of the first to find out how to receive the vaccine for yourself or a family member then read on.

Step 1
Be aware. During a pandemic things are constantly changing. Currently the vaccine is being offered in clinical trials. If you are interested in being one of the volunteers to have the vaccine tested on you can get more information on that at www.clinicaltrials.gov. If getting the vaccine before it has received full approval does not interest you go to step 2.

Step 2
After the clinical trials have been completed the public will be given the opportunity to receive the vaccine in prioritized order. The order will be 1.Pregnant women 2.Household contacts and caregivers of children under six months 3.Health care and emergency service workers in the United States 4.All children, adolescents, and young adults age six months to 24 years 5.Adults age 25 through 64 who have underlying medical conditions 6.Healthy people through the ages of 25 and 64 are next up 7.Last on the list are people 65 and older. Continue to stay informed. You can always refer back to this EHow to receive the latest. I will upddate this posting as things change.

Step 3
At this point states are identifying which schools will be qualifying sites to administer the vaccine. The estimate is to have 120 million doses ready to go by late October. That is not enough to hit the target group especially considering at the trials indicate each person will need 2 doses.

Swine Flu: How to Prevent Swine Flu

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 14:21:00 +0000

By Heidi Gonzales

Swine flu is a respiratory disease common in pigs, and is a specific type of Influenza A. Humans who work with pigs are generally more susceptible to contracting swine flu, but it has recently mutated and is being passed among humans. As of this writing there were 81 deaths reported as a result of swine flu and there have been numerous outbreaks in the United States. The following steps will help you prevent this disease.

Step 1
If possible, avoid Mexico. While Mexico is often a good vacation spot for many, it is currently the hot spot for swine flu. Authorities in Mexico have temporarily shut down schools from kindergarten level to universities, as well as advised people to stay away from gatherings and take extra precautions. If you have a vacation planned or a business meeting scheduled, try to postpone it until further notice.

Step 2
Since the swine flu has traveled to the United States, it is important to observe basic flu prevention techniques. This includes: covering your mouth and nose when you sneeze or cough, washing your hands frequently and thoroughly and avoiding close contact with people who are showing flu symptoms. You can also keep an alcohol-based hand sanitizer on your key ring to use.

Step 3
Take 1,000 mg to 3,000 mg of Vitamin C daily. Vitamin C comes in many forms that include chewable tablets, pills and in liquid forms such as Emergen-C and orange juice. Vitamin C can help build up your immune system and make it tougher for viruses to thrive.

Step 4
You can also take another immune system booster, Echinacea. Echinacea also comes in a variety of forms. One of the easiest ways to take Echinacea is in your favorite tea. Simply add 20 to 30 drops in each cup of tea a few times per day. Echinacea helps support the immune system and when mixed with Vitamin C, gives extra resistance to tough viruses.

Step 5
Watch for symptoms of the flu. Symptoms of the swine flu are quite similar to the seasonal flu. Symptoms include: fever, body aches, lethargy, sore throat, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting, lack of appetite, coughing and runny nose. You may have just a few of these symptoms or you may have all of them.

Step 6
If you notice any of these symptoms, contact your healthcare provider to get tested. The swine flu is treated with antiviral drugs that stop it from reproducing and attacking the body. These antiviral drugs work best if administered within 24 hours of the onset of symptoms.

Swine Flu Treatment: How to Survive the Swine Flu H1N1 Virus

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 14:17:00 +0000

By cajunc

If you get the Novel H1N1 or Influenza A Swine Flu virus, what will you do? This article is written to help you plan and think ahead, and if you get this strain of influenza, how to treat the virus.

This will also give information on how to take care of a sick person with this H1N1 strain of influenza.

Step 1
Know the symptoms. Fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose, ache all over, chills and fever, and sometimes stomach upset are the symptoms recognized by the Centers for Disease Control, the Federal Government arm that studies these viruses.

Step 2
Avoid contact with others. Do not go out except to the doctor, and do not go there without a face mask. You may be ill for a week or longer. Do not go out until at least 24 hours after your fever has naturally subsided. (Not with drugs.)

Step 3
Go to the doctor as early as you can. Relenza and Tamiflu work best within the first TWO DAYS of the illness, and can cut the symptoms and the illness considerably.

Step 4
Do NOT give aspirin or Pepto-Bismol to anyone under 18 years of age with this strain of influenza. These salicylates are not recommended by the CDC because of the potential for Reye's Syndrome. Tylenol and Motrin are acceptable for children over four years old.

Step 5
Drink clear liquids and get rest. This is good advice for any influenza, and prevents dehydration. It also assists your body in rejecting the H1N1 virus.

Step 6
Know the emergency warning signs. Shortness of breath or pain in the chest, dizziness, confusion, severe vomiting, and improvement then relapse with fever are all emergency indicators, according to the CDC.

Emergency warning signs for children are similar, with bluish or gray skin color, refusing liquids, fast breathing or trouble breathing, not waking up, and being too irritable to be held. Children can also have the relapse symptoms where the flu seems to have improved, then returns with fever and worse cough.

Step 7
Use alcohol based hand cleaners and clean your counter tops with alcohol. Wash your hands often, and use tissues for coughs and sneezes. Use a face mask around others.

Step 8
Keep the person with swine flu isolated, and have only one caregiver going in and out. This will help others in the family from getting the H1N1 virus.

How to Avoid Swine Flu From Spreading in Colleges

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 02:34:00 +0000

The swine flu can be fatal and lead to death. It is usually transmitted from human to human though coughing, sneezing and even touching .so here are some helpful hints you can use to avoid getting or spreading swine flue.

Step 1
Please wear a mask if it is possible, because most college do have some sort of available masks to student. These masks can really reduce and prevent swine flue from spreading specially that students sits next to each other.

Step 2
The swine flu is a serious virus and can spread if you touch some place where someone else touched it before. So make sure you always wash your hand with soup because that kills the bacteria

Step 3
Please don’t travel to Mexico even if you already bought a ticket. I understand some of you spent money already for vacation but your chances are higher of getting swine flu there because there are many people who are already infected over there in Mexico. I would suggest traveling until some later on.

How Long Does It Take to Get over the Flu?

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 02:30:00 +0000

By Suzanne Mendjiwa

The flu, or "influenza virus infection," is a highly contagious airborne disease. It can be lethal, especially in weak individuals. In the U.S. alone, seasonal influenza accounts for approximately 36,000 deaths every year.

Causes
Influenza results from infection with one of three types of Orthomyxoviruses. From the most severe to the least, they are influenza A, B and C.

Symptoms
Illness is abrupt. Typical symptoms include headache, feverishness, chills, malaise, dry cough, muscle aches, sore throat, loss of appetite and chest pain.

Time Frame
Upon infection, the virus incubates for one to four days. Symptoms then appear and run their course for 7 to 10 days, but can last longer in young children.

Treatment
Avoiding close contact with infected people, and coupling bed rest with home remedies and over-the-counter medicines should help get rid of the flu within two weeks.

Considerations
Recovery should be spontaneous. Call a doctor if flu symptoms don't improve within two weeks, if they get worse or if an underlying condition gets worse.

Misconceptions
Antibiotics don't help treat the flu, as commonly believed, but some antiviral drugs can reduce symptoms when administered within 24 hours of the onset of symptoms.

How Long Does Stomach Flu Last?

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 02:26:00 +0000

The stomach flu occurs when a viral infection inhabits the stomach and intestine. Another name for it is "viral gastroenteritis."

Recovery Time
The stomach flu typically lasts between one and three days. You can better your chances of a quick recovery by consuming only liquids and clear foods (such as chicken broth) while you are sick.

Symptoms
Symptoms of the stomach flu will typically last the length of the illness, gradually lessening as your body heals. The symptoms include diarrhea, vomiting, stomach cramping, chills and fever. Symptoms can appear suddenly, or they may gradually increase over a period of a few hours.

Hydration
It is very important to stay hydrated when you have the stomach flu or the illness will last longer than three days, and you can become dangerously dehydrated. If you aren't able to keep anything down other than water, ask your doctor to recommend a drink that will replace lost electrolytes and minerals.

Reduce Irritation
Take small, frequent sips of water so as not to upset your stomach. It is important to reduce irritation to your stomach if possible. The longer your stomach remains irritated, the longer it will take for you to heal.

Bowel Habits
Although the stomach flu typically lasts one to three days, it can be up to two weeks before your bowel habits return to normal.

Warning
Call your doctor if your stomach flu lasts longer than three days, or if you suspect it might be something else. Stomach flu has many of the same symptoms as food poisoning, so it is best to see a doctor immediately if you suspect you may have food poisoning and not the stomach flu.

How to Prevent Swine Flu Respiratory Disease

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 23 Aug 2009 02:24:00 +0000

By coffeefirst

One of the biggest stories in the news is that of the Swine Flu. This type of illness is a respiratory disease caused be influenza type A which infects pigs. This infection is constantly changing and can be spread from person to person through coughing and sneezing.
Most of the cases of Swine Flu in the United States have been mild so far, but cases in Mexico have caused death. Symptoms of the Swine Flu include: Coughing Sneezing, Fever, chills, body aches, fatigue, and sore throat. These symptoms are similar to that of seasonal flu symptoms. If you are concerned about contracting this disease, here are a few ways to try to avoid infection of the Swine Flu.

Step 1
Avoid close contact with anyone who appears to be sick. Anyone who is coughing, sneezing, has a runny nose, or is complaining of a sore throat.

Step 2
Wash your hands frequently. Before eating or drinking use antibacterial hand soap and warm water to make sure your hands are clean.

Step 3
Avoid touching your face, including eyes, nose, lips, mouth.

Step 4
Do not eat or drink after anyone.

Step 5
Carry waterless anti-bacterial hand sanitizing gel with you when hand washing is not available.

Step 6
Regularly clean and disinfect all hard surfaces in your home. And if you have to care for someone with flu-like symptoms, wear a mask, and use regular hand washing to prevent the spread of the disease.

Step 7
If you have traveled to Mexico or have been in contact with someone who has been to Mexico recently, watch for symptoms of the Swine Flu and contact your Doctor at the first sign of being ill.

Step 8
For more tips and facts about Swine flu, there is a link to the Center of Disease Control website in the resources section below.

How to Avoid Catching Swine Flu in Public Places

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 02:21:00 +0000

By bookwyrm

You've read the Swine Flu facts and you're worried about the epidemic, but how can you prevent catching it? You can't sit home all the time and you have to ride the city bus, so are you just doomed to catch it? Of course not! There are a few simple things that everyone can do, even those that ride public transportation all the time.

Step 1
Relax: don't panic. When you panic you can't think straight and that leads to costly mistakes. You need to keep a clear head and know the facts. That was true for warriors in the old days and it's true today, too. Know how bad the Swine Flu epidemic is in your area and know the Swine Flu symptoms. Keep up with your local news.

Step 2
Watch for people that are coughing or sneezing. Let's say you entered a shop to buy some bakery and you see another costumer coughing badly by the bakery. Turn around and walk back out. The same is true on the bus. If a person near the front is coughing badly, go out the rear side door at your stop instead of walking past the sick person. But also realize not everyone you see coughing may have the Swine Flu. They may have a dry throat, swallowed the wrong way, be a new smoker, or have an annoying piece of popcorn inside the throat…

Step 3
Wear something over your mouth and nose. This works very well for me during winter when everyone is coughing and sneezing with colds and the flu, so it should work on the Swine Flu, too. In winter I wear a neck scarf over my face: the weather is freezing so it doesn't look too odd. Since it's warm, a facemask might be better.

Step 4
A pair of gloves will keep germs off of your hands when you open doors.

Wear gloves. This is very important! Anything you touch may be coughed on by a sick person: the metal poles on the city bus, those loops you hang onto on the bus, doorknobs, the railings on staircases or the escalator, buttons in the elevator, surfaces of doors where you push them open, inside public restrooms like stall doors or water faucets… Gloves prevent the germs from coming in contact with your skin. In a pinch, the loose edge of a T-shirt is a good substitute (presuming your clothing is baggy enough to use the T-shirt in this manner). Or use paper towels or whatever you might have.

Step 5
Wash well when you come home from being out, especially if someone coughed on you. Soap never hurt anyone.

Step 6
Eat cereal, a healthy whole-grain cereal. Cereals are packed with vitamins and are one of the best things to eat on a daily basis. Get into the habit of eating it daily and it doesn't always have to be at breakfast. It makes a great snack, too. If you want to stay healthy you need to eat right and cereal is a great start.

Step 7
Take vitamins. A multi-vitamin and an extra Vitamin C tablet are great choices. These combined with the daily bowl of cereal guarantees you have all the vitamins your body needs to work right and to stay healthy. A healthy body can easily fight off cold germs, so you are less likely to get sick.

Step 8
Get enough sleep each night. This is especially important. A tired body is a weak body and a weak body is a prime candidate to get sick. Most people who catch colds and the flu during the winter are probably exhausted and don't get enough sleep. So go to bed early instead of staying up late working on something. Do you really need to play another round of that game or read another chapter of the book? This also means don't stay up all night worrying about the Swine Flu, wringing your hands or tossing and turning all night. Turn your mind off and get some sleep.

Step 9
Avoid young children if you can. For some reason young kids always get sick easier than adults. If nothing else, keep an eye out for ones that appear to be ill.

Step 10
Avoid hospitals if you can. The waiting room is often filled with sick people and a few may have the Swine Flu.

How to Identify Swine Flu Symptoms

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 02:17:00 +0000

By marymac

News of the outbreak of swine flu has concerned people everywhere. The Center for Disease Control has identified the pandemic and issued warnings for how to recognize symptoms of the swine flu infection. Here are a few of the top symptoms to watch for in yourself or your family members.

Step 1
Symptoms of the swine flu mimic regular flu symptoms. Fever, cough, chills, headache, sore throat, vomiting and diarrhea, body aching, feeling tired, and sore throat are the most commonly identified symptoms. Unfortunately, these symptoms are all those of the traditional flu so it can be difficult to differentiate.

Step 2
Consider staying home. Travel advisories have been posted by the Center for Disease Control (CDC) as particular concerns about the origin of the outbreak in Mexico have arisen. Canceling travel plans may be advised until more information is gathered.

Step 3
Build knowledge. Visit the CDC website, WebMD.com (links below) and other professional websites related to health care to find out more about the outbreak of swine flu and its symptoms, treatment and avoidance.

Step 4
Contact your medical professional in a timely manner if you are concerned about swine flu symptoms. The drugs associated with treating swine flu (such as Tamiflu and Relenza) are only effective if given in the first 48 hours of symptom onset.

How to Recognize Swine Flu Symptoms in Your Baby or Young Child

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 02:09:00 +0000

By Writenow

The Swine Flu has taken hold here in the United States, and the Swine Flu epidemic is now traveling Worldwide. Children are at the highest risk of mortality if affected with the Swine Flu. Symptoms may be difficult to recognize, but it is crucial that you are aware of signs of the Swine Flu in order to increase the likelihood of a positive outcome if your child is infected with the virus. If your child is unable to speak, it may be hard to recognize symptoms of Swine Flu infection. This flu virus is most dangerous in the weakest of individuals including young children. There are some indicators you can look for to ensure that you recognize Swine Flu symptoms that require emergency care in your baby or young child before it is too late.

1. Flu Symptoms
If your child has any flu-like symptoms, it may be the Swine flu. The symptoms of this virus are like many others. Monitor their symptoms and look for a high fever over 101 degrees following a cold. Worsening cough is also a sign of Swine Flu. If you are treating your child for flu, and their cough worsens, it is a symptom of the virus.

2. Look for a Rash
Look for a rash that accompanies the fever. This is an indication of Swine Flu infection. The child may also have a blue color to their skin. This indicates a lack of oxygen and requires immediate emergency care.

3. Stops Drinking
If your child quits drinking fluids do not hesitate to rush them to the emergency room. Dehydration is a killer for young children. In addition, if they have explosive diarrhea or vomiting you should seek immediate emergency treatment.

4. Breathing Problems
If they appear to be breathing quickly or having any shortness of breath, get them help quickly. The faster you get emergency help in this situation, the more likely they will suffer no adverse affects.

5. Body Aches
If they act as if they are in pain when you hold them, or try to wriggle away because they appear uncomfortable, it could indicate severe body pain. Get them to a treatment facility immediately. This is an indication of a Swine Flu virus infection.

6. Flat Affect
If they are not maintaining eye contact, or appear flat in affectation this is a warning sign of severe viral infection. Get to an emergency facility.

7. Will Not Wake Up
Finally, if you are unable to wake your child, call an ambulance immediately. Do not hesitate in this situation. Swine Flu is a deadly virus and can be treated with antiviral medications such as Tamiflu so getting your child treated immediately can save your child's life. The Swine Flu epidemic is likely to get worse before it gets better and it is important to be aware of symptoms of the virus that may require emergency care.

How to Track Cases of the (H1N1) Swine Flu Virus Online

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sun, 09 Aug 2009 04:11:00 +0000

By coffeefirst

Millions of people are concerned with the current spread of the Swine Flu epidemic. It is said to have killed over 65 people in Mexico. People in Europe are being warned not to travel to Mexico or the United States in fear of becoming infected by this Swine Flu. With the H1N1 virus capable of being spread from human to human, it is important to know how to track the facts and get important warnings concerning this potentially life threatening illness.

The World Health Organization is doing its best to keep the public informed of confirmed and suspected cases of the (H1N1)Swine Flu epidemic. There have been hundreds of confirmed cases of this virus, worldwide to date. The number of suspected cases is growing at an alarming rate and the Center for Disease Control(CDC) has it's hands full trying to keep up. Knowing that everyone, everywhere is concerned with the possibility of becoming infected, I would like to give you the steps to track the swine flu geographically, then you will know how close it is to your location.

Step 1
Thanks to google maps you can now track cases of the swine flu by checking out their interactive "real time" tracking map. There is a link in the resources section below. This map also tells you where the cases of swine flu are and who has been infected with it.

Step 2
The New York times also has an interactive web page that displays all the confirmed and suspected cases throughout the world. This link is in the resources section below as well. This map shows areas with orange circles on it. When you place your mouse over each circle it expands and gives you the details of the confirmed or suspected cases for each region. It also tells you on the right hand side when the map was last updated, so you know how accurate the information is.

Step 3
Another good way to stay informed is to monitor the World Health Organizations website. About halfway down the page you will see the current updates. Click on the most recent one to see what is happening. This is also in the resources section below. This internet site also provides tips and ways to prevent becoming infected with the H1N1 Swine Flu virus.

Step 4
Finally, visit your local news station website. With the severity of this epidemic, all news stations will be providing frequent details of the latest confirmed and suspected Swine Flu cases in your area. Another good idea is go online to your public schools website to monitor what, if anything is happening at your school systems regarding the Swine Influenza.

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How to Reduce Your Chances of Getting the Flu

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 02:04:00 +0000

By MeganK

It’s that time of year again . . . flu season! It’s no fun to have the flu. I’ll give you some easy tips to help prevent the flu.

Step 1
Get a flu shot. This is the easiest thing you can do to help reduce your chance of getting the flu. Getting the flu vaccine doesn’t guarantee that you won’t get the flu but it does help protect you. If you would get the flu it may be less severe than if you wouldn’t have gotten the vaccine. Take advantage of flu clinics offered by your employers. It’s especially important for children, pregnant women and the elderly to get a flu shot.

Step 2
Take a daily multi-vitamin. Taking a vitamin will help build up your defenses against the flu.

Step 3
Get enough sleep. Cutting corners on sleep will weaken your body’s defenses.

Step 4
Wash your hands. Washing your hands frequently throughout the day can help reduce your chances of getting the flu. Carry a hand sanitizer with you so you can easily wash up wherever you are.

Step 5
Clean items that are frequently handled by many people: the remote, telephones, doorknobs, faucets, refrigerator handle, steering wheel, computer etc.

Step 6
If you are sick, take a day off. Don’t go to work or send a sick kid to school. Don’t spread the flu to others.

How to Track Cases of the (H1N1) Swine Flu Virus Online

noreply@blogger.com (Unknown) — Sat, 01 Aug 2009 12:07:00 +0000