Sunday, November 8, 2009

swine flu

No Luck Finding an H1N1 Flu Shot? You’re Not Alone

Only 34 percent of parents seeking vaccine for kids found it. more >>

Wall Street's Swine Flu Vaccine Score Shows the Perils of Government Healthcare

Another example of what's wrong with government run healthcare. more >>

Anger Grows Over Flu Shots for Guantánamo Detainees

Making Guantánamo terrorism suspects a priority for swine flu shots comes under attack. more >>

Health Buzz: Findings by 'Consumer Reports' on BPA Criticized and Other Health News

7 swine flu facts you should know now; building a diet that lowers inflammation more >>

7 Swine Flu Facts You Need to Know Now

Hand sanitizer or soap? How many shots? What to do to protect yourself and your family from infection more >>

Flu Fears, Vaccine Fears, and Cheerleader Desiree Jennings’s Story

Vaccine shortage sparks worry too, though more H1N1 vaccine is (slowly) coming. more >>

How Schools and Parents Can Prepare for Swine Flu

Here are tips for parents and schools to keep children healthy and engaged in their learning. more >>

Health Buzz: Group to Track H1N1 Vaccine Safety and Other Health News

Americans and their preference for the sweet and salty; House healthcare bill and women's issues more >>

Scientists Decode DNA of the Domestic Pig

The latest research may aid in efforts to find a new swine flu vaccine for pigs. more >>

Dutch Scientists: Kids Should Skip Flu Vaccine

Children infected with seasonal flu acquire immunity against new flu outbreaks, scientists believe. more >>

Flu Shots for Moms-to-Be Benefit Babies

Vaccination for seasonal influenza may help prevent premature and low-weight births . more >>

Obama's Response to H1N1 Vaccine Crisis Could be Key to Healthcare Reform

If the government can't handle this, how can it manage an entire health plan? more >>

Health Buzz: California Invests $230 Million in Stem Cell Research and Other Health News

The 4 features that make a healthy neighborhood; 6 ways to keep from passing along H1N1 more >>

Sick with H1N1? 6 Ways to Keep From Infecting Friends and Family

I got swine flu from my daughter and want to keep my other kids and in-laws from getting sick. more >>

Germs On a Plane: Flying With the Flu

Expert panel determined that restricted air travel during a pandemic would not be effective. more >>

Health Buzz: 1 in 5 Youngsters Lacking in Vitamin D and Other Health News

Websites to help you figure out if you have the flu; H1N1 precautions at the New York City Marathon more >>

What to Do When H1N1 Swine Flu Hits Your Town

As supply lags, parents face long waits for vaccines. more >>

Think You Have the Flu? These 3 Websites Help Evaluate Symptoms

When you're feeling feverish, here's a quick way to assess whether you need to see a doctor. more >>

In Sign of the Times, New York City Marathon Takes H1N1 Precautions

Hand sanitizer in goody bags and advice for runners who want to avoid the swine flu. more >>

Swine Flu Frustrations: Too Little Vaccine, Too Many Scare Tactics

My daughter seems to have it, and I can't understand why there's no test and not enough vaccine. more >>

Health Expert: How to Track and Fight Swine Flu

Jon Andrus of the Pan American Health Organization talks about the H1N1 virus. more >>

Production of Swine Flu Vaccine is Way Behind

Of the 120 million doses promised by the federal government, only 13 million have been made available. more >>

Is Your Ferret Sneezing? Pet Catches H1N1 Flu

Also in flu news: FDA and FTC crack down on bogus swine flu vaccines and cures. more >>

H1N1 Vaccine Debate Shows Engaged Patients Cut Both Ways

Patients going beyond doctors' medical advice will have unintended consequences for the rest of us. more >>

Health Buzz: New Federal Policy on Medical Marijuana and Other Health News

What you need to know about asthma and swine flu; Gardasil OK'd for boys and young men more >>

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