The Swine Flu Epidemic

12Is the swine flu epidemic still a major threat?  The news cycle has rolled forward, and most mainstream media outlets are no longer paying much attention to the swine flu, but is the swine flu outbreak a larger threat than ever?  The truth is that the number of confirmed swine flu cases in the United States has soared to 2,254, with 104 of those people currently in the hospital.  Worldwide, there are now more than 4,000  confirmed cases of the swine flu in 29 countries, and at least 51 confirmed deaths.

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Recently, the World Health Organization said that up to 2 billion people could become infected by the swine flu if the current outbreak turns into a pandemic.

WHO flu chief Keiji Fukuda startled the world media when he told them this: (Read more....)

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Swine Flu Survival

12Headlines around the world are screaming about the spread of the swine flu each day. Many people around the world are becoming increasingly frightened and are looking for information for how they can fight this disease.

The truth is that there is no reason to panic. Below we have compiled a comprehensive 5 step swine flu survival guide…..

#1) Wash Your Hands

This sounds very obvious, but you would be surprised how many people do not do it. Washing your hands is the number one tip that experts typically offer when asked to give tips on how to prevent the spread of disease.

The truth is that disease is spread by the hands almost more than by any other method. It is a very good idea to wash your hands several times a day – especially whenever you have returned from being in a public place.

One key thing to remember is that disease can be passed from doorknobs and handles. After touching a doorknob or handle you will want to definitely wash your hands.

If you keep your hands clean that will go a long way in helping you to avoid disease.

#2) Avoid Public Places

If you do not have the swine flu already, how are you going (Read more....)

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