Swine Flu Might Be on the Path to a Pandemic

I have read and heard from many news outlets about the swine flu and wanted to write on it, based on some information I compiled.

There is great concern now over this swine virus, mostly in the U.S. and Mexico. We watch horror movies about people being quarantined due to a virus. Now this virus is at the verge of

 becoming an pandemic and it's no horror movie.

Swine Flu and its Symptoms

Swine flu is a very contagious respiratory disease. It derived from a mutation of pig and human genes. Symptoms are not recognizable as they are similar symptoms of the regular flu. They Include fever, lethargy, lack of appetite, coughing, runny nose, sore throat, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

The Swine flu outbreak in Mexico has killed nearly 70 people. People in Mexico have resulted to wearing masks, canceling concert events, and closing down schools.

There were outbreaks; (none life threatening) in California there were 7 confirmed cases. There were also outbreaks in Texas and now 2 confirmed in Kansas. In NY 8 children were taken to the hospital and tested positive to swine flu in St. Francis prep, flushing, NY. It was reported on CNN that there was testing for 30 children from a day care center in the Bronx.

Health Commissioner Thomas Frieden Says that NY CITY IS Prepared for the worst case scenario. But, "You always have to look at the situation and see day to day, what you can do better, and what you can learn".

President Obama was in Mexico, but the white house is not concerned about the presidents health because he has not shown any flu like symptoms.

According to John Barry the author of The great influenza. "We are in the Path to a pandemic". Pandemic is an epidemic of infectious disease that spreads through populations across a large region; for instance a continent, or even worldwide, according to wikipidia.

John Barry's advice is not to worry or do anything until it arrives in our community, then proceed to social distances, and cover up.

Why we should still be worried.

We thought it was only people in the south west that should be worried but in reality the Swine flu outbreaks have also been reported in Europe, Africa, and parts of eastern Asia.

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Swine Flu - How Worried Should You Be?

Swine Flu - How Worried Should You Be?

A unique strain of swine flu is suspected for having caused the deaths of dozens of people in Mexico. To try to contain the outbreak, schools, libraries, museums and theatres in the capital were closed. More than 1000

 people in Mexico have caught the virus. People in Texas and California are also thought to have been sickened.

Swine flu is a respiratory disease which infects pigs. It is common among herds of pigs where the disease causes high levels of illness but is rarely fatal. Most animals, in which the virus begins, are able to shake off the illness but when it transfers to humans, they have no immunity to this strain. The World Health Organization are convening to consider whether to raise the pandemic alert level.

This new virus has been found to combine genetic material from pigs, birds and humans in a way researchers have not seen before. It contains human virus, avian virus from North America and pig viruses from North America, Europe and Asia. It is not known whether it is completely new or it has been around for a while but only now has been detected.

It tends to spread in autumn and winter but can occur all year round.

Swine Flu Outbreak - What are the Symptoms

The symptoms of swine flu in humans are expected to be similar to the symptoms of regular seasonal influenza. These include: FeverLethargyLack of appetite and Coughing.

Some people with swine flu have also reported: Runny noseSore throatNauseaVomiting and Diarrhea.

How Does Swine Flu Spread?

You can't catch Swine Flu by eating pork.

Influenza viruses can be transmitted directly from pigs to people and vice versa. Humans who catch flu viruses from pigs are most likely to do so because they are in close proximity to infected pigs. This is then transferred from human to human.

Swine flu is thought to spread in the same way as seasonal flu. This is mainly person-to-person transmission through coughing and sneezing of people infected with the influenza virus.

People can also become infected by touching something with flu viruses on it then touching their mouth or nose.

Precautions Against Catching Swine Flu:

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Swine Flu Update - 23 Month Old Child Dies UPDATED INFORMATION

The Today Show reports that the swine flu has taken the life of its first US victim, a 23 month old child in Texas. No other details have been released regarding this first tiny victim.

Officials are requesting that the flu not be referred to as the swine flu. You cannot get this particular flu from a pig or from eating pig meat such as ham, pork chops or ribs. Official requested the flu be referred to

 as H1-N1 flu. This flu is passed from human to human. Mexico is still trying to track down the origin of this flu while the country seems to be on lock down, people are still allowed to cross the border back and form from Mexico to the United States.

Hand washing is not only a preventative for avoiding the flu; it is also a good defense against catching the common cold. When we touch a person who has the flu or a cold, we get the germs on our hands. If we then touch our face the germs are spread and we can possibly come down with the flu or cold.

Schools in New York City were closed for several days. Some South Carolina schools have been closed due to the H1-N1 flu. Indiana has been added to the list of states where swine flu has been reported.

The Today Show interviewed a female who had the swing (H1-N1) flu and has recovered. She indicated it was not bad. She said she had a cough and sore throat. She appeared totally healthy as she talked about her ordeal.

Symptoms are similar to other flu symptoms. If you have a cough, respiratory problems, sore throat, chills and fever it would be best to visit your doctor. If you have these symptoms contact your doctor. Flu symptoms in the US victims are much less severe as those who contacted it in Mexico.

Most public gathering places in Mexico have been closed. That includes movie theaters, malls and restaurants. Some restaurants are providing take-out orders.

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Unemployed, Uninsured, and Worrying About the Swine Flu Virus

The news seems to be getting more grim each day. The United States now has one confirmed death related to the swine flu virus, a toddler in Texas. The virus has now been found in ten states, double what it was  yesterday. The World Health Organization has expressed concern that swine flu virus is moving closer to becoming a pandemic.

And you're out of work with no health insurance.

The scariest thing about losing your job is wondering how you are going to support yourself. This includes your health care and whatever coverage you may have lost when you got laid off. Thanks to President Obama, COBRA health insurance is now much more affordable than in the past, with the government picking up 65% of the tab. So from what once cost nearly $500 a month just to cover yourself, now is less than $200.

If you have recently been laid off and still have the option to purchase the COBRA insurance, I wouldn't hesitate to pick up the coverage. Getting sick can be expensive in America, and getting an illness like swine flu virus is not something to ignore. With the symptoms of swine flu virus and regular seasonal influenza being identical, it's best to go immediately to your doctor if you begin to feel sick. Catching swine flu in its earlier stages will likely result in a milder case and a quicker recovery time.

But what if you do not have COBRA health insurance and you are worried about getting sick? What if swine flu moves into a pandemic stage? Here is where you need the 'ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure' motto. According to the Centers For Disease Control website, the best ways to prevent from getting swine flu virus are as follows:

Wash hands often with soap and water

Cover your mouth and nose when you sneeze or cough

Stay away from people who may be sick

Avoid touching eyes. nose and mouth, as germs spread quickly this way

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Carnival Cruise Swine Flu Statement Fails to Calm Stock Market

Carnival Cruise calms travelers' fears when it comes to swine flu and travel related questions, but is this enough for Wall Street? As the recession weakened economy receives another hit,  do business travelers know what to do if they suspect exposure to swine flu?

No Carnival Cruise Swine Flu Cases

In a statement reported by Reuters, Carnival Cruise lines reports that when it comes to swine flu and travel, there is no information on any Carnival Cruise swine flu cases. With swine flu making virtually hourly news and Mexico appearing to be ground zero for the latest outbreak, it stands to reason that some travelers of Carnival Cruise lines might be getting cold feet.

Airlines also fear the fiscal punch the swine flu may bring, and Singapore Airlines is on record stating that its cabin crew is charged with the responsibility of locating and presumably isolating passengers who shows signs of infection. At the same time, the staff will not wear face masks to protect themselves from swine flu containing sputum, nor will planes be disinfected.

Swine Flu and Travel Fears Dominate Recession Weakened Stock Market

Mexico relies heavily on the tourism dollar, but over the last few days the Mexican peso dropped significantly when compared to the American dollar, even as news outlets showed travelers crossing into Mexico in spite of the lethal swine flu cases reported there. Moreover, the Wall Street Journal suggests that travel related stocks are dovetailing perilously, and points to the losses airlines and also cruise lines are reporting.

Carnival in particular lost seven percent in the London market, while it dropped nine percent in the American venue. Royal Caribbean is not exempt and actually saw double digit losses on Wall Street. This explains the Carnival Cruise swine flu statement.

Making Swine Flu Travel Arrangements

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What You Can Do About the Swine Flu

The symptoms of the swine flu are very similar to the human influenza virus. Fever, chills, fatigue, cough, runny nose, body aches and muscle aches are the normal symptoms. Should you begin to have any of these  symptoms, you should go to the doctor immediately.

Good news though. The swine flu is easy to prevent. Vaccines to counteract the virus are still is development and therefore a good defense is the best offense.

Wash your hands!! I can't stress this enough. Hand washing is the single best preventative technique there is. Nurses and doctors wash their hands with simple warm water and soap before and after seeing each patient. Your skin is designed to keep bacteria and virus' out. Washing them frequently is the best way to make sure they aren't there waiting for a break in the skin to get in and set up shop.

If you feel ill, go to the doctor, go home and rest. Stay away from public places. If you must be out, cover your mouth and nose. If you need to couch, do it into a tissue and throw it away immediately. Don't use a handkerchief and put it back into your pocket. if you couch into your hand, wash them immediately. Do not touch door knobs or handles with a dirty hand.

I know these seem mundane and straightforward but they really are the best ways to prevent the spread of the swine flu.

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Millions Asking 'How Do You Get Swine Flu?' as Number of Swine Flu Cases Increases

Millions Asking 'How Do You Get Swine Flu?' as Number of Swine Flu Cases Increases - Associated Content - associatedcontent.comAssociated Content HomeHealth & WellnessHome »Health & Wellness Millions Asking 'How Do You Get Swine Flu?' as Number of Swine Flu Cases IncreasesAdjust font-size:+ –Published April 27, 2009 by:Ryan Christopher DeVaultView Profile | Follow | Add to FavoritesMore:Swine Flu SymptomsSwine Flu OutbreakWhat is Swine FluSymptoms of Swine FluA Look at How Swine Flu Can Be Contracted, and Whether or Not Pork Products Are Safe to Eat Right NowConcerns about the swine flu outbreak have had many people worried about what swine flu symptoms look like, how swine flu is treated, and further wondering just how do you get swine fluinthe first place. Some of the questions are easier to answer than others, but there is a lot of factual information out there about what is safe and what is not at this point in time.

How do you get swine flu?

Swine flu is much like many other types of flu viruses, in that it is spread through unhygienic actions, and can be worst in groups of people. Precautions should include cleanliness, washing of the hands, not being in an environment where the swine flu has been spotted, and keeping quarantined those individuals that could be suffering from it. Swine influenza, unlike bird flu previously, is able to be passed from human to human through direct contact. Keeping that in mind, it is a good idea to preach cleanliness to your friends and family, and believe the CDC when they are stating that this is something that can be dealt with.

Where does swine flu come from?

The original strain of the virus is thought to have come from pigs, but has adapted itself so that it is now transmitted among humans. This isn't unlike many other diseases that have adapted in the same manner, and it doesn't mean that pigs are any less safe as a result, just that humans need to take every precaution when dealing with them. The particular strain of the swine virus, which everyone is reading about, is coming from Mexico. Right now, the strain of swine flu that the CDC is dealing with can be treated by two drugs that are showing good success rates.

What are swine flu symptoms?

- Sudden Fever
- Lethargy
- Loss of Appetite
- Excessive Coughing
- Sore Throat
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Nausea

Is it safe to eat pork?

The Alabama Farmer's Federation has stated that "Swine flu is not transmitted by food and the subtype affecting humans in Mexico and the United States has not been found in pigs and hogs. "Families can have confidence that the pork they purchase is safe to eat, and there is no reason to be concerned if you live or work near a pork production facility."

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