Let me see if I have the perfectly correct. A lab in Rotterdam Netherlands has developed ‘a man-made flu virus that could change world history if it were ever set free!’ Seems that scientists have managed to alter the avian flu’s (H5N1) gene structure in such a manner as to make it catchable by mammals, … Continue reading
The movie Contagion has two plots in my view; first, a deadly virus comes on the scene that is transmitted indirectly by touching surfaces (known as fomite transmission) and second, the unfolding fear among people that races well ahead of the virus itself. A fear that quickly tears down the foundations of civilization and which … Continue reading
With most of the national attention focused on job creation and the economy these days, it’s easy to see why not much press is being devoted to other issues. Among these would be the potential effects resulting from a virulent outbreak of pandemic flu! In the scenario I’ll cover here, the Avian flu makes a … Continue reading
‘Know your enemy’, a saying derived from Sun Tzu’s The art of War, aptly describes what could be described as a war between infectious viruses and men. In the case of the virus that causes the flu, what you don’t know can make you very sick or even end in death! [more]
With the official start of the Flu season now just weeks away (October 15) here in the United States., reports by the CDC hint that something a little strange may be afoot. It seems the H1N1 virus that caused over fifteen thousand deaths in the States last season is nowhere to be found. Only sporadic … Continue reading
On any given year, the US produces over 300 million tons of animal waste in it numerous CAFO or Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations. One of the larger sites may house over 800,000 pigs at any one time. CAFO’s are known for their cramped conditions where animals are forced to live shoulder to shoulder for the … Continue reading
Aurangabad, India – Dated Jul 24, 2010: “One person has succumbed to swine flu and other is battling for life at the Government Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) here.” GMCH Dean S D Dalvi told UNI that Padmanath Pankade (40) a resident of Gangapur who had been tested positive for swine flu died yesterday, while … Continue reading
In North America, the flu season is generally considered to be most active between the months of October to May during which time the virus sees a tenfold increase. It is actually active all year long, but right now, in mid July, levels are thankfully very low even in places like Australia which is just … Continue reading
Flu Advertising Blitz I’ve noticed that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services launched a new ad campaign Monday to encourage Americans to get vaccinated against Swine Flu. The campaign, titled “Together We Can All Fight the Flu,” features television, radio, online and outdoor banner public service announcements that target specific at-risk groups, such … Continue reading
Story by Svitlana Dorosh BBC Ukrainian Service, Kiev Officials in Ukraine have closed schools for three weeks, imposed travel restrictions and are limiting public events as the country battles to stop the spread of swine flu. More than 60 people are believed to have died of respiratory problems in the past week, and the measures … Continue reading
