Swine Flu

I do agree with Andy, completely. After all, it's a way of selling Tamiflu, right? Roche lost a lot in Tamiflu last year and just after Q1 of this year, we see a great need for this drug all over the world... makes you wonder...  Besides, every year we see sooo many deaths from just flu in the US and around the world.. then, why is this year any special?

It's also another thing to think about for people to divert their attention (at least a bit) from other critical issues of present time like the unemployment rate almost hitting 11-12% at least here in the SF bay area, CA..

We do, however, need to be informed and protect ourselves.. Just don't be too scared... 

Umair,

Thank you so much for all your wishes and prayers!! You are also in my prayers!

Best Regards,
SF

creating demand for supply huh, like SARS and bird flu

Bingo! What happened to the bird flu that George Bush said would kill 2 million Americans? It doesn't even cross to humans. There are reasons why these things are so over-publicized. In 1976 there was the swine flu scare that led to many people getting a dangerous vaccine that caused paralysis and even death. Meanwhile, the flu itself never manifested as a real risk. Selling vaccines and flu drugs probably has more to do with these scares than any dangers from the flu. People die during every flu outbreak and they are usually sickly people who succumb to a related infection, like strep. With modern antibiotics, the flu deaths seen after World War I wilkl probably never be seen again, as most of these deaths were actually from strep.

See Dr Mercola's report at http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2009/04/29/Swine-Flu.aspx

potential issue + tons of media exaggeration = more funds, more donations and more customers

Hi pals

I have been watching "journal de la sante" and indeed the doctors said that this swine flu is being exaggerated.  However they said that in case anyone contracted it, he should be given an antiviral within 24 hours.  People die from complication such as respiratory problems, pneumonia etc.  They also said that people with deficient respiratory function, such as allergies and asthma are at greater risk and that they should be careful. To avoid the spread of infections, they said that hands should be regularly washed and face mask should be worn if the virus is present in the neighbourhood.

Take care
Jade

I pray that we all get through this safely and that no one else dies because of it.
My love and thoughts are with you all and I pray we will be vigilant in taking precautions.
                                   

 

I don't mind getting the flu before it mutate... This will help us become stronger if it really mutate
I am just really worried of my 5 mth son.. heard its deadly for younger folks... take care..

heard that these new virus are act of company trying to sell their drug..
ever wonder why cancer can be controlled but not cured by drug... so that drug company can earn long term $.
They are spending little S&M money in this swine case and having lots of publicity.
Their drug are like sold out in everycountry now...

Even those vaccinne... it may do more harm than good.. don't know who to trust these days...
Anyway I think flu hit harder on Thal victim... take care and slp early!

Hi there

there is one case of H1N1 which got to Mauritius (tourist).  Hopefully this will not spread since the authorities have already taken the necessary measures.  In addition to this flu, we have Dengue fever here.  Luckily we are in winter, there will be less proliferation of mosquitoes.  This virus causes haemorrage and it can be fatal to those with blood disorders or anemia.  This has me truly worried.  I hope the authorities will be able to control it as they had effectively done with chikungunia and malaria. 


Manal

How are you and how is your son? Hope you are both doing well.  Take care.

Jade

hello,

my niece was really sick with flu.  the gp said it s a mild case of swine flu. it has spread to her brother and her mum....now my mum has it.  it is bad...its like the worst flu you've had trebled in just one day for her.....but my cousin sis was over it in one day!  we will be visiting with them soon....gonna make sure we are kitted out with proper protective gear...from head to toe          

Jade

Thanks dear, everything is fine. We started the summer vacation and now i left Cairo and i am staying at the north coast for the summmer vacation, around a month. The kids are so excited, they are enjoying the sea and want to do many things  at a time

Emby

I am sorry to hear this. I hope everyone recovers very soon. Please keep updating

manakl

Hi Manal

I am happy to hear that.  Enjoy yourself.  Have a good time.  Take  care of yourself and of your little family.

Jade

Hi Emby
I hope that your relatives get well soon.  You are right to take precautions, it is highly infectious.
Take care
Jade

hiya,

manal, jade thank you for your concern...my mum saying she feels worst is over.  i'd say that she had it real bad for three days...fourth day she is left with runny nose and as if body been on a few rounds in a boxing ring....poor mum!  they live in london i'm in a different city....but i feel this is the pattern when catching this flu.  alot of my relatives seem to have caught it in london with same level of time for recovery and same symptons. doctors are no longer giving out tamiflu with there being far too many cases...they are saying get over it, if symtons worsen go to hospital.   
my feeling about this now is that this may not be that bad...we all catch flus that last for a few days to a week or two....perhaps if caught the body has got barriers to fight it....i wouldn't say this applys to people with certain chronic conditions but if a thalasseamic is in general good health catches it then their chances of recovery is the same as anyone else.  the scary thing about this flu is the ability it has in spreading and how it is affecting people all around the world all at one time......dunno...what do you think?........guess what i'm saying is try not to worry about it too much......................................................................................eeeeeew !! hope i'm not wrong!!               

Emby, i really do agree with you but i am still so scared about the thals who live with low HB

manal

hiya manal,  i agree that one thals situation is different to anothers.  i don't compare my youngest to my oldest son.  the way they are with their thal is not the same....and yes people should be careful....but not too scared (government scare mongering...why do not any of the politicians catch it, ha!?!  ooops, apology to any politician on this forum..)
i dunno.....do you think its comparable to chicken pox?.....both are contagious and both can have some serious affects.  we are told its good if you catch it very young and that it could be dangerous when you are older.  i have heard of people being hospitalised with it and again sadly people have passed away cos of it. my son was 15 and the other 11 when they had chicken pox....i thought that i was finished with mine but i had it when i was 35!! by Mercy of God we were fine...we had it at exactly the same time! 
anyway my mum is still recovering (they say to give it 7 days) and i want to see her this weekend.  the boys are not bothered about it...they love being there....i miss my mum alot....my best friend (other than my hubby)...we hardly get together, perhaps 2/3 times a year.  i don't know if we should go or not.... ....don't know what to do.