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Q and A: Fraud and Abuse Related to 2009 H1N1 Influenza Vaccine

January 13, 2010 Purpose and Target Audience The purpose of this document is to provide information to state/local immunization programs regarding options for reporting certain criminal, fraud and abuse matters relating to the 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccine and ancillary supplies. Background The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) continues to receive reports regarding ...

5 reasons the H1N1 flu is actually good for us

Opinion: Swine flu response drew criticism, but taught valuable lessons COMMENTARY By Dr. William Schaffner msnbc.com contributor Dec. 29, 2009 By now many of us have gotten our doses of influenza vaccine. Now it’s time for a dose of influenza reality. Let’s acknowledge that flu virus is a living thing — and a pretty crafty ...

How contagious is H1N1? New study finds out

If someone in your home has it, you've got a 1 in 8 chance of getting sick Dec. 30, 2009 How contagious is swine flu? Less than the novel viruses that have caused big world outbreaks in the past, new research suggests. If someone in your home has swine flu, your odds of ...

SWINE FLU STUDY: H1N1 not as contagious as other viruses

COMPILED FROM REPORTS BY THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Dec. 31, 2009 How contagious is the swine flu? Less than the novel viruses that have caused big world pandemics in the past, new research suggests. If someone in your home has swine flu, your odds of catching it are about 1 in 8, although children ...

Most swine flu cases without severe symptoms: study

PARIS — For each case of swine flu causing high fevers and crippling muscle pains there could be four others without major symptoms, French experts have reported. Infection rates for the pandemic H1N1 virus in France, where the study was done, may be far higher than previously thought if these so-called ...

The Beijing News: The Ministry of Public Health advise women to postpone their pregnancy to avoid swine flu

December 31, 2009 Women should avoid getting pregnant until after the swine flu pandemic is over, reports today's Beijing News in its top headline. In a government report published yesterday, the Ministry of Health advised that women who wanted to be pregnant now or in the near future should consider postponing their ...

Quick Facts for the Public on Antiviral Treatments for 2009 H1N1

Questions to Ask Your Doctor Here are a few questions to consider asking your health care provider about flu antivirals * Do I need antiviral treatment if I have flu symptoms? * When should I call back if I don’t feel better? *What do I do if my child is prescribed oseltamivir and can’t swallow ...

Can spicy Indian curry prevent swine flu?

Spicy Indian curries could prevent swine flu and common cold just like any prescribed medicine available with the chemists, claim Russian doctors. "You can strengthen immunity by consuming spicy food like curries, as spices like turmeric, ginger and cumin also posses excellent therapeutic effect," an unnamed official of the Moscow [ ...

Natural Flu-Fighting Protein In Human Cells Discovered By Scientists

In findings that may lead to better ways to prevent and treat influenza and other viral infections, researchers report the discovery of a family of naturally occurring antiviral agents in human cells. In experiments in human and mouse cells, the flu-fighting proteins prevented or slowed most virus particles from infecting cells ...

A Joint Statement From UNISON, The GMB And Unite In Support Of The Swine Flu Vaccination For Eligible Frontline Social Care Workers, UK

Date: 27 Dec 2009 The millions of people who benefit from the care and support that social care workers provide day in, day out see you as one of their most important assets and we are committed to protecting you and your families during the current swine flu pandemic. "Many of the ...