OrganizedWisdom Health - Flu

COPD and the Flu

JRafferty — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 20:54:15 GMT

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), individuals who have lung conditions such as COPD are at an increased risk for complications associated with the flu.

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COPD and Flu Shots

JRafferty — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 20:44:46 GMT

It is recommended that if you suffer from COPD, you should have a flu shot every year.

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Pig DNA Decoded, May Help With Vaccines

AmyS — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 04:21:04 GMT

An international team of researchers has mapped the DNA of a domesticated pig. This may lead to improved vaccines against diseases like the swine flu.

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Elton John Suffers from Flu, E.Coli

AmyS — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 03:00:24 GMT

Sir Elton John has been advised to postpone several performances due to illness. A spokesperson for Elton John has said that he suffers from an E. coli infection and influenza.

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Pregnant Women Should Get the Flu Vaccine

KenyottaE — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 21:09:08 GMT

Pregnant women should receive both the seasonal flu vaccine and the H1N1 vaccine. Due to a weakened immune system during pregnancy, pregnant women are at a greater risk for complications from influenza. Potential complications range from hospitalization to death.

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Swine Flu and Bacterial Infection

Opieswifey — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 01:11:38 GMT

Bacterial infections play a major role in H1N1 swine flu deaths. A CDC investigation into 77 U.S. swine flu deaths found that 22 of the victims (29%) suffered from at least one bacterial co-infection.

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Swine Flu Test Accuracy

Opieswifey — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 22:18:16 GMT

Depending on the test used, their ability to detect the H1N1 flu (also known a swine flu) can range from 10% to 70%. This means that some people with a H1N1 flu infection have had a negative rapid test result.

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What Kills Swine Flu Virus

Ca7593 — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 17:39:15 GMT

Chemical germicides, such as chlorine, hydrogen peroxide, detergents (soap), iodophors, and alcohols may kill the influenza virus, including the H1N1 virus that is also called swine flu.

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How Long Does It Take for an Antibiotic to Work

Jkg0679 — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 17:28:27 GMT

How long it takes for antibiotics to work varies depending on the infection and its severity. Generally, antibiotics run their course in five to seven days.

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Herbal Remedies for Swine Flu

Jkg0679 — Sat, 31 Oct 2009 17:28:04 GMT

Herbal remedies for swine flu (now called novel H1N1) include mullein, lemon balm, sage, elderberry, and slippery elm.

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