Swine flu

Swine Flu is a strain of the influenza virus primarily associated with pigs, and known as swine influenza virus or SIV.

The 2009 swine flu outbreak, largely believed to have originated in Mexico, is believed by health officials to be a new strain of influenza A virus subtype H1N1. The source, though unconfirmed, is likewise thought to be one strain of human influenza virus, one strain of avian influenza virus, and two separate strains of swine influenza virus.

The 2009 outbreak has created enough concern to close schools, and given cause for the World Health Organization (WHO) to issue a Level Four Warning, indicating significant human to human transmission, and considered one level short of a pandemic.

Reports of the outbreak have been confirmed worldwide, including cases in Mexico, Canada, Spain, Scotland, and at least ten states in the U.S. — where President Obama has acknowledged cause for concern. Obama urged citizens who are sick to stay at home, but has also said there is no cause for panic.

On the blogosphere, there is plenty of talk about the Swine Flu at such sites as the Sciencebase Science Blog.

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• To oink, or not to oink!

  
  Persective — Authority: 129
  What the hell is the matter with people?I read this article on the Swine Flu yesterday!There were far fewer swine flu deaths across the country in the Public Health Agency of Canadas most recent... [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]
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• Greek Finance Minister Says ‘Absolutely’ No Risk of Default

  
  Survival News Network — Authority: 141
  Greek Finance Minister George Papaconstantinou said there is “absolutely” no risk that the country will default on its debt, seeking to ease the concerns of investors after Greece had its credit rating cut yesterday.“We’re moving swiftly to reassure citizens and markets that we’re moving in the right ...
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• Boomer stat rekindles “meltdown” debate for 2010

  
  Survival News Network — Authority: 141
  The share of the U.S. population aged between 40 and 65, when people typically prepare for retirement by building their biggest pile of financial assets, peaks in 2010 and this ratio has shown an uncanny link with real equity prices for 40 years.Source/Full Story: ReutersRelated ItemsNovember 10, 2009 — Creating a ...
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• Bioguard Wound Dressings Beat Swine Flu In Independent Study

  
  OneMedPlace — Authority: 464
  It’s common knowledge that H1N1, the virus that causes swine flu, can be transmitted from person to person by coughing or sneezing. However, most people don’t realize that the simple act of changing a bandage may be enough to transmit the virus. Pathogens in a gauze dressing may become airborne while the ...
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• GlaxoSmithKline warns youngsters may develop fever after swine flu shot

  
  Press Release Distribution - NewsWire- Caymanmama.com — Authority: 514
  Portland, Oregon (CaymanMama.com) — Youngsters are not only more susceptible to the swine flu, but now, they are more likely to be harmed by the very injection that is said to help them avoid the harmful flu strand. The European Medicines Agency, a European drug regulator, issued a caution that young children who ...
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• U.S. Department Of Health And Human Services And The Ad Council Launch New Nationwide PSA Campaign Urging Vaccination Against The H1N1 Flu Virus

  
  Health News from Medical News Today — Authority: 714
  HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius announced today that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is joining with the Ad Council to launch a new nationwide public service advertising (PSA) campaign called "Together We Can All Fight the Flu." The campaign features television, radio, online banner, and ...
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• H1N1 Vaccine Available To All Starting Saturday; Nearest Is In SeaTac

  
  The B-Town (Burien) Blog | Burien News, Events, Entertainment & More, Updated Daily. — Authority: 543
  King County Public Health on Wednesday (Dec. 9th) announced that starting this Saturday, Dec. 12th, the H1N1 influenza vaccine will be provided to everybody six months of age and older in King County, with the nearest available at SeaTac HealthPoint, which is located at 4040 South 188th Street. However, depending on ...
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• DPRK acknowledges spread of swine flu

  
  North Korean Economy Watch — Authority: 516
  According to KCNA : Anti-A/H1N1 Flu Campaign Intensified Pyongyang, December 9 (KCNA) — New Influenza A/H1N1 broke out in some areas of the DPRK amid the growing of its victims worldwide. According to the Ministry of Public Health, nine cases were reported from Sinuiju and Pyongyang. The relevant organ is ...
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• Pregnant Palm Beach Woman Slips Into Coma, Dies From Swine Flu

  
  The Inquisitr Entertainment — Authority: 709
  Boynton Beach, FL (AHN) – Officials from the Palm Beach County Health Department have confirmed another death from swine flu. The latest person to die was 22-year-old woman who was eight months pregnant. Claudia Hernandez, who resided in Boynton Beach, was just a few weeks short of her delivery date when she was ...
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• Man on the street: Swine Flue Vaccine

  
  Daily Titan — Authority: 487
  By Amie Davis Students give their opinion on the H1N1 virus and how they have been affected by it.
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• Fun with the H1N1 Vaccine

  
  Baby Squared — Authority: 113
  How many people does it take to administer an H1N1 shot to Clio? Read on.   Our city had a much anticipated free H1N1 clinic today. Alastair had to work, so I came home early from work to take the girls over. I brought our babysitter along too, which, as far as I was concerned, was essential. Me on my own (sick ...
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• On Killing H1N1: Swine Flu Wipes

  
  The Lobscouse Net — Authority: 130
  The swine flu virus has been in and out of the news for the best part of 2009, and a sense of complacency has descended on the public. Nonetheless, swine flu is not a smaller menace nowadays than when it was making the headlines. Even though the virus kills only a small minority of people who are are infected by ...
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• Defeating H1N1: on Swine Flu Wipes and Disinfectant

  
  Transmission Wire — Authority: 131
  The H1N1 virus - otherwise known as Swine Flu - has been in the news media for the best part of 2009, and a sense of complacency has settled on the populace. Nevertheless, the swine flu virus is no less a menace now than when it first made the news. Despite the fact that the swine flu virus causes death to only a ...
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• Drug-resistant swine flu cluster on Vietnam train

  
  Health Fitness & Beauty - health-fitness.marc8.com — Authority: 159
  ATLANTA (AP) -- Health officials in Vietnam are reporting what appears to be the largest cluster yet of Tamiflu-resistant swine flu cases - seven people who traveled together on a long train ride....
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• Another Reason to Exercise: It Protects Against Swine Flu

  
  FitSugar — Authority: 612
  The benefits of exercise seem to be neverending - among other things, it helps the brain function better, reduces stress, and is important for healthy heart function. But, if you need another reason to get out there and start moving, exercise may also protect against swine flu . Ive read that exercise helps boost ...
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• Exercise Offers Protection from Colds and Flu

  
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• The Dean’s VIRGIN Swine Flu Stock Pick is Almost Here!

  
  CollegeStock - The Dean of College Stocks — Authority: 137
  Yesterday, The Dean taught the CollegeStock Community that The Dean’s Swine Flu Spectacular continues with a VIRGIN Swine Flu Stock. And besides the fact that this Virgin Swine Flu Stock has never been promoted, The Dean believes the timing for swine flu stocks is so HOT right now.The Center for Disease Control ...
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• NEW EPIDEMIC

  
  Pundit Kitchen: Lol News and Lol Sarah Palin, Barack Obama, John McCain, Joe Biden and more — Authority: 581
  NEW EPIDEMIC – “Paranoia Flu” effects millions You have to appreciate the fashion. What is happening in the picture? Tell us in the Comments Picture by: dunno source Caption by: Phutnik via Breaking News Builder » Recaption This! » View All Captions
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• Press Release: PBS Newshour website features H1N1 experts and resource guide for “Anatomy of a Pandemic”

  
  BlogHer - Health & Wellness — Authority: 144
  “PBS NEWSHOUR” WEBSITE FEATURES H1N1 EXPERTS AND RESOURCE GUIDE FOR “ANATOMY OF A PANDEMIC” — Interviews, Latest News, Local and National Resources Featured in Companion Website to PBS Flu Special that Airs Nationwide on December 14 — WASHINGTON, D.C. — “PBS NewsHour,” the premiere news and public ...
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• One swine flu death in Chandigarh, six new cases

  
  Thaindian News — Authority: 731
  Chandigarh, Dec 9 (IANS) One more death due to swine flu was reported in this union territory Wednesday, taking the toll from influenza A (H1N1) here to 25, a health official said.“The deceased was identified as 55-year-old Surinder Kaur, a resident of Ropar town in Punjab. She was admitted here to the PGIMER (Post ...
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