Tips for Avoiding th Swine Flu

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Tips for Avoiding the Swine Flu

 

Each week CDC analyzes information about influenza disease activity in the

United States and publishes findings. During the week of September 20-26, 2009,

a review of the key indicators found that influenza activity remained elevated

in the United States. According to ABC news, the swine flu vaccines were due to

arrive in the United States the first week of October and should begin to be

available shortly thereafter.

Swine flu, officially known as H1N1, has been on everyone’s mind since its first

outbreak in March of 2009. Pharmaceutical companies raced to develop a

vaccination before prime flu season because of international fears that it could

become a pandemic. As of September 2009, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration

has approved four vaccines against H1N1.

 

There will likely NOT be enough H1N1 vaccine doses available for everyone who

desires it. The Centers for Disease Control CDC has urged hospitals and other

H1N1 vaccine providers to prioritize who gets the vaccine. Highest priority will

be given to those who have daily contact with patients: doctors, nurses and

other healthcare workers. Next are people considered high risk, such as those

with chronic disease (like cancer or Hepatitis C), people who take care of

children, or pregnant women. Obesity and diabetes are the health conditions that

are most often linked to swine flu deaths so far.

 

Should you get the H1N1 vaccine?

 

Advantage

The one advantage of getting the H1N1 vaccine is that you reduce your chances of

catching the swine flu (but the risk is not eliminated.)

 

Disadvantage

This vaccination was prepared in a rush. It is what they call “fast-tracked” and

this means we are less sure of its effectiveness and side effects. If fact, the

drug companies do not accept liability for any harm that may come from being

vaccinated. There have been other vaccines that were fast tracked and resulted

in serious side effects. However the government does assure us, " The H1N1

vaccines…undergo the same rigorous FDA manufacturing oversight, product quality

testing and lot release procedures that apply to seasonal influenza vaccines. "

 

In the end, each person must decide for themselves if they want to get

vaccinated against the swine flu and then see if they there is enough vaccine

for them!

 

 

1. protect your immune system with a healthy diet

2. protect your immune system with plenty of sleep

3. boost your immune system with lots of vitamin C and/or citrus foods (these

are naturally anti-viral)

4. drink lots of pure water to flush toxins from your system

5. wash your hands often with soap and water

6. avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth- germs spread this way

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