DieHardBrownsFan Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 Swine flu could hit up to 40 percent in US - By MIKE STOBBE, AP In a disturbing new projection, health officials say up to 40 percent of Americans could get swine flu this year and next and several hundred thousand could die without a successful vaccine campaign and other measures. The estimates by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are roughly twice the number of those who catch flu in a normal season and add greater weight to hurried efforts to get a new vaccine ready for the fall flu season. Swine flu has already hit the United States harder than any other nation, but it has struck something of a glancing blow that's more surprising than devastating. The virus has killed about 300 Americans and experts believe it has sickened more than 1 million, comparable to a seasonal flu with the weird ability to keep spreading in the summer. Health officials say flu cases may explode in the fall, when schools open and become germ factories, and the new estimates dramatize the need to have vaccines and other measures in place. A world health official said the first vaccines are expected in September and October. The United States expects to begin testing on some volunteers in August, with 160 million doses ready in October. The CDC came up with the new projections for the virus' spread last month, but it was first disclosed in an interview this week with The Associated Press. The estimates are based on a flu pandemic from 1957, which killed nearly 70,000 in the United States but was not as severe as the infamous Spanish flu pandemic of 1918-19. The number of deaths and illnesses from the new swine flu virus would drop if the pandemic peters out or if efforts to slow its spread are successful, said CDC spokesman Tom Skinner. "Hopefully, mitigation efforts will have a big impact on future cases," he said. Besides pushing flu shots, health officials might urge measures such as avoiding crowded places, handwashing, cough covering and timely use of medicines like Tamiflu. Because so many more people are expected to catch the new flu, the number of deaths over two years could range from 90,000 to several hundred thousand, the CDC calculated. Again, that is if a new vaccine and other efforts fail. In a normal flu season, about 36,000 people die from flu and its complications, according to the American Medical Association. That too is an estimate, because death certificates don't typically list flu as a cause of death. Instead, they attribute a fatality to pneumonia or other complications. Influenza is notoriously hard to predict, and some experts have shied away from a forecast. At a CDC swine flu briefing Friday, one official declined to answer repeated questions about her agency's own estimate. "I don't think that influenza and its behavior in the population lends itself very well to these kinds of models," said the official, Dr. Anne Schuchat, who oversees the CDC's flu vaccination programs. The World Health Organization says as many as 2 billion people could become infected in the next two years — nearly a third of the world population. The estimates look at potential impacts in a two-year period because past flu pandemics have occurred in waves over more than one year. Swine flu has been an escalating concern in Britain and some other European nations, where the virus' late arrival has grabbed attention and some officials at times have sounded alarmed. In an interview Friday, the WHO's flu chief told the AP the global epidemic is still in its early stages. "Even if we have hundreds of thousands of cases or a few millions of cases ... we're relatively early in the pandemic," Keiji Fukuda said at WHO headquarters in Geneva. The first vaccines are expected in September and October, Fukuda said. Other vaccines won't be ready until well into the flu season when a further dramatic rise in swine flu cases is expected. First identified in April, swine flu has likely infected more than 1 million Americans, the CDC believes, with many of those suffering mild cases never reported. There have been 302 deaths and nearly 44,000 laboratory-identified cases, according to numbers released Friday morning. Because the swine flu virus is new, most people haven't developed an immunity to it. So far, most of those who have died from it in the United States have had other health problems, such as asthma. The virus has caused an unusual number of serious illnesses in teens and young adults; seasonal flu usually is toughest on the elderly and very young children. — Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calfoxwc Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 While the Obumbly admin sat around ignoring the danger. Wasn't on the leftists' radical agenda, you know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Westside Steve Posted July 25, 2009 Report Share Posted July 25, 2009 Swine flu? Don't worry. Obama has a new tax plan to save us from it. WSS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. T Posted July 26, 2009 Report Share Posted July 26, 2009 Sweet all the old people die first. Look at second 20, it's DieHard, lol. He gonna get sick. LOL How many people died from the vaccine in 1976? Waiting in long lines at schools and clinics, more than 40 million Americans — almost 25% of the population — received the swine flu vaccine before the program was halted in December after 10 weeks. More than 500 people are thought to have developed Guillain-Barre syndrome after receiving the vaccine and 25 died. No one completely understands what causes Guillain-Barre in certain people, but the condition can develop after a bout with infection or following surgery or vaccination. The federal government paid millions in damages to people who developed the condition or their families. However, the pandemic, which some experts estimated at the time could infect 50 million to 60 million Americans, never unfolded. Only about 200 cases of swine flu and one death were ultimately reported in the U.S., the CDC said. The public viewed the entire episode as political farce, said Sencer, instead of a dedicated, science-based effort to protect public health. He said the government chose to err on the side of caution and risk scorn — something that experts working on the current outbreak may also face. Full Article HERE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kosar_For_President Posted July 26, 2009 Report Share Posted July 26, 2009 How many people died from the vaccine in 1976? That's my point T. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DieHardBrownsFan Posted July 26, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 26, 2009 Comparing this pandemic to 1976 is stupid. Go to the CDC website or WHO. This virus is infecting age groups not typically affected by the flu. Also the vaccines used now are not live virus anymore. 1976 was poorly run. This is a different situation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. T Posted July 27, 2009 Report Share Posted July 27, 2009 Swine Flu: What I Believe (WHO) - World Health Organization Facts & Rumors 7-25-9 1. An "informal" [e.g., illegal] clinical trial of the Avian Flu vaccine on about 200 Polish vagrants resulted in 11 immediate deaths and an additional set of 20 later deaths (approximately 15% of the test population). The doctors and nurses involved were charged with murder. (Fact. 2008) 2. Approximately 3500 Chinese children died in an Avian Flu vaccine experiment. (Rumor, 2008) 3. The Philippine High Court convicted WHO (The World Health Organization) of involuntarily sterilizing over 3 million Philippina women through the use of vaccines. (Fact) 4. The WHO in 1985 documented that one of its' primary goals for the use of a sterility vaccine disguised as a smallpox vaccine was to "eliminate 150 million excess Sub Saharan Africans". (Fact, 1985-ongoing) 5. The WHO 5-shot vaccine programs for tetanus in third world countries in South and Central America caused the involuntary sterilization of millions of women. (Fact, ongoing) 6. Monsanto's MON 810 corn causes sterility according to studies published by the Austrian Government. (Fact, 2009) 7. Monsanto's MON 810 corn contains the Cauliflower Mosaic Virus which, when ingested, lowers the bodies CD 4 cells to a point which, on immune tests, indicate that a person has HIV/AIDS. The lowered CD 4 cells results from eating GMO corn, the staple of the diet in many parts of Black Africa. MON 810 is grown in Europe for animal feed and in many places, including the US, around the world for human food. (Fact, ongoing) 8. Merck's Gardasil vaccine causes death, collapse and chronic illness in young woman and girls, including a new, never-before described "disease" called Juvenile ALS, a fatal condition in which the nervous system is slowly destroyed while consciousness remains unimpaired. This vaccine increases cervical cancer by 44.7% in women and girls who already have Human Papilloma Virus. Cervical Cancer is easily detected and cured in early stages and is not a major killer of women. Gardasil contains substances which may cause sterility in women receiving it and any protection lasts only a few years, so 9 year olds will probably not be sexually active by the time this protection has worn off. (Fact, ongoing) 9. Baxter International Inc. was in the process of applying for a contract to provide Avian Flu vaccines to European countries in the event of an Avian Flu epidemic. Its Austrian laboratory shipped Seasonal Flu vaccines to 18 countries in Europe. A laboratory technician tested the Baxter Seasonal Flu vaccines sent to the Czech Republic and discovered that they were contaminated with a highly pathogenic version of the Avian Flu, 72 Kilograms of it, although Level 3 precautions were in place and such contamination "could not have happened accidentally" according to experts in the field. No documentation of the destruction of this highly infective material has been provided although the Austrian Health Ministry insists that the deadly viral material was destroyed. (Fact, 2008, 2009) 10. A WHO investigation into the Baxter contaminated vaccine issue resulted in NO findings and in NO disciplinary actions. An Austrian investigation into the same events yielded the same results. (Fact, 2009) 11. Baxter has been rewarded with a lead role in developing, producing and disseminating the Swine Flu vaccine for the upcoming pandemic. (Fact, 2009) 12. Swine Flu was first identified to the public as a serious problem in April/May 2009 when 168 persons in Mexico were confirmed by CDC and WHO to have died from the Swine Flu. This number was later revised downward to only 16 deaths. (Fact, 2009) 13. It normally takes a minimum of 12 to 18 months to create a vaccine after a specific virus has been identified. (Fact) 14. The US Government has spent more than a billion dollars to develop and to make available the Swine flu vaccine for a disease which poses no significant health threat. (Fact, 2009) 15. The "Seed Culture" for the Swine Flu virus was provided to vaccine companies in May, 2009. Baxter International Inc. announced in June, 2009 that they would have their vaccine ready in July, 2009 . (Fact, 2009) 16. A WHO container of Swine Flu virus from Mexico City exploded on a passenger train in Luzon, Switzerland. All of the current Swiss cases of Swine Flu are from the area where the explosion took place. It is illegal to ship pathogenic viruses in this way. (Fact, 2009) 17. A significant number of virologists and other scientists are on record stating that the Swine Flu was created in a laboratory and could not evolve naturally. (Fact, 2009) And it continues: 1. Canada, Sweden, Norway, France and other countries have announced intentions to vaccinate every man, woman and child. To do so, they are ordering 2 shots per person of untested, unsafe and unnecessary Swine Flu Vaccines from a variety of manufacturers. The US Departments of Homeland Security and Health and Human Services both stated in early 2009 that they would do so "beginning with those who want it". (Fact, 2009) 2. President Obama announced to the public shortly after his inauguration that every man, woman and child should receive the Avian Flu vaccine this fall along with seasonal flu shots this coming Fall. President Obama is on record saying that he believes that vaccinations should be mandatory. (Fact, 2009) 3. The United States has spent $714 Million GPS mapping every front door of every house and apartment in the country and listing who lives in each house or apartment under the direction of the White House. (Fact, 2009) 4. Many people have reported that they have received calls at home or at work from agencies of the US Government inquiring about the "number of unvaccinated children in the household". (Fact, 2009) 5. The United States, Norway, Sweden, Austria and other countries have announced that in case of a Swine Flu pandemic all health and security authority shall revert to teams and command centers run by the WHO. (Fact, 2009) 6. Every recent major event like 9/11, the Madrid bombings or the London bombings has been accompanied by a materially identical "training exercise" simulating the actual event involving, confusing and distracting the legitimate responders. (Fact, 2001-ongoing) 7. A major set of FEMA training exercises is scheduled for 27 July, 2009. 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DieHardBrownsFan Posted July 27, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 27, 2009 I believe facts T, not gossip and rumors. Below are facts: Table. U.S. Human Cases of H1N1 Flu Infection Web page updated July 24, 2009, 11:00 AM ET Data reported to CDC by July 23, 2009, 1:00 PM ET. States and Territories* Confirmed and Probable Cases Deaths States Alabama 477 cases 0 deaths Alaska 272 cases 0 deaths Arizona 947 cases 15 deaths Arkansas 131 cases 0 deaths California 3161 cases 52 deaths Colorado 171 cases 0 deaths Connecticut 1713 cases 8 deaths Delaware 381 cases 0 deaths Florida 2915 cases 23 deaths Georgia 222 cases 1 death Hawaii 1424 cases 3 deaths Idaho 166 cases 0 deaths Illinois 3404 cases 17 deaths Indiana 291 cases 1 death Iowa 165 cases 0 deaths Kansas 204 cases 0 deaths Kentucky 143 cases 0 deaths Louisiana 232 cases 0 deaths Maine 145 cases 0 deaths Maryland 766 cases 4 deaths Massachusetts 1370 cases 5 deaths Michigan 515 cases 9 deaths Minnesota 670 cases 3 deaths Mississippi 252 cases 0 deaths Missouri 76 cases 1 death Montana 94 cases 0 deaths Nebraska 313 cases 1 death Nevada 467 cases 0 deaths New Hampshire 247 cases 0 deaths New Jersey 1414 cases 15 deaths New Mexico 232 cases 0 deaths New York 2738 cases 63 deaths North Carolina 483 cases 5 deaths North Dakota 63 cases 0 deaths Ohio 188 cases 1 death Oklahoma 189 cases 1 death Oregon 524 cases 5 deaths Pennsylvania 1960 cases 8 deaths Rhode Island 192 cases 2 deaths South Carolina 244 cases 0 deaths South Dakota 45 cases 0 deaths Tennessee 283 cases 1 death Texas 5151 cases 27 deaths Utah 988 cases 16 deaths Vermont 59 cases 0 deaths Virginia 327 cases 2 deaths Washington 658 cases 7 deaths Washington, D.C. 45 cases 0 deaths West Virginia 243 cases 0 deaths Wisconsin 6222 cases 6 deaths Wyoming 111 cases 0 deaths Territories American Samoa 8 cases 0 deaths Guam 1 case 0 deaths Puerto Rico 20 cases 0 deaths Virgin Islands 49 cases 0 deaths TOTAL (55)* 43,771 cases 302 deaths *Includes the District of Columbia, American Samoa, Guam, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. July 24, 2009 is the last day that CDC is providing individual confirmed and probable cases of novel H1N1 influenza. CDC will report the total number of hospitalizations and deaths each week, and continue to use its traditional surveillance systems to track the progress of the novel H1N1 flu outbreak. For more information about CDC’s novel H1N1 influenza surveillance system, see Questions & Answers About CDC's Novel H1N1 Influenza Surveillance. International Human Cases of H1N1 Flu Infection See: World Health Organization. NOTE: Because of daily reporting deadlines, the state totals reported by CDC may not always be consistent with those reported by state health departments. If there is a discrepancy between these two counts, data from the state health departments should be used as the most accurate number. Summary of Situation Updated July 10, 2009, 11:00 AM ET A Pandemic Is Declared On June 11, 2009, the World Health Organization (WHO) signaled that a global pandemic of novel influenza A (H1N1) was underway by raising the worldwide pandemic alert level to Phase 6. This action was a reflection of the spread of the new H1N1 virus, not the severity of illness caused by the virus. At the time, more than 70 countries had reported cases of novel influenza A (H1N1) infection and there were ongoing community level outbreaks of novel H1N1 in multiple parts of the world. Since the WHO declaration of a pandemic, the new H1N1 virus has continued to spread, with the number of countries reporting cases of novel H1N1 nearly doubling. The Southern Hemisphere’s regular influenza season has begun and countries there are reporting that the new H1N1 virus is spreading and causing illness along with regular seasonal influenza viruses. In the United States, significant novel H1N1 illness has continued into the summer, with localized and in some cases intense outbreaks occurring. The United States continues to report the largest number of novel H1N1 cases of any country worldwide, however, most people who have become ill have recovered without requiring medical treatment. Given ongoing novel H1N1 activity to date, CDC anticipates that there will be more cases, more hospitalizations and more deaths associated with this pandemic in the United States over the summer and into the fall and winter. The novel H1N1 virus, in conjunction with regular seasonal influenza viruses, poses the potential to cause significant illness with associated hospitalizations and deaths during the U.S. influenza season. Background Novel influenza A (H1N1) is a new flu virus of swine origin that first caused illness in Mexico and the United States in March and April, 2009. It’s thought that novel influenza A (H1N1) flu spreads in the same way that regular seasonal influenza viruses spread, mainly through the coughs and sneezes of people who are sick with the virus, but it may also be spread by touching infected objects and then touching your nose or mouth. Novel H1N1 infection has been reported to cause a wide range of flu-like symptoms, including fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue. In addition, many people also have reported nausea, vomiting and/or diarrhea. The first novel H1N1 patient in the United States was confirmed by laboratory testing at CDC on April 15, 2009. The second patient was confirmed on April 17, 2009. It was quickly determined that the virus was spreading from person-to-person. On April 22, CDC activated its Emergency Operations Center to better coordinate the public health response. On April 26, 2009, the United States Government declared a public health emergency and has been actively and aggressively implementing the nation’s pandemic response plan By June 19, 2009, all 50 states in the United States, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands have reported novel H1N1 infection. While nationwide U.S. influenza surveillance systems indicate that overall influenza activity is decreasing in the country at this time, novel H1N1 outbreaks are ongoing in parts of the U.S., in some cases with intense activity. CDC is continuing to watch the situation carefully, to support the public health response and to gather information about this virus and its characteristics. The Southern Hemisphere is just beginning its influenza season and the experience there may provide valuable clues about what may occur in the Northern Hemisphere this fall and winter. CDC Response CDC continues to take aggressive action to respond to the outbreak. CDC’s response goals are to reduce the spread and severity of illness, and to provide information to help health care providers, public health officials and the public address the challenges posed by this new public health threat. CDC is issuing updated interim guidance in response to the rapidly evolving situation. Clinician Guidance CDC has issued interim guidance for clinicians on identifying and caring for patientswith novel H1N1, in addition to providing interim guidance on the use of antiviral drugs. Influenza antiviral drugs are prescription medicines (pills, liquid or an inhaled powder) with activity against influenza viruses, including novel influenza H1N1 viruses. The priority use for influenza antiviral drugs during this outbreak is to treat people hospitalized with influenza illness, and to treat people at increased risk of severe illness, including pregnant women, young children, and people with chronic health conditions like asthma, diabetes and other metabolic diseases, heart or lung disease, kidney disease, weakened immune systems, and persons with neurologic or neuromuscular disease. Public Guidance CDC has provided guidance for the public on what to do if they become sick with flu-like symptoms, including infection with novel H1N1. CDC also has issued instructions on taking care of a sick person at home and the use of facemasks and respirators to reduce novel influenza A (H1n1) transmission. Everyone should take everyday preventive actions to stop the spread of germs, including frequent hand washing and people who are sick should stay home and avoid contact with others in order to limit further spread of the disease. Testing CDC has developed a PCR diagnostic test kit to detect this novel H1N1 virus and has now distributed test kits to all states in the U.S. and the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. The test kits are being shipped internationally as well. This will allow states and other countries to test for this new virus. Vaccine Vaccines are a very important part of a response to novel H1N1 influenza and the U.S. Government is aggressively taking early steps in the process to manufacture a novel H1N1 vaccine, working closely with manufacturers. CDC isolated the new H1N1 virus, made a candidate vaccine virus strain that can be used to create vaccine, and is working with other agencies and industry to begin scaling up for testing and production of a vaccine. Making vaccine is a long multi-step process requiring several months to complete. CDC has developed guidance for state and local public health departments to assist them in planning for a novel H1N1 influenza vaccination campaign. Additional guidance is forthcoming. Stockpile Deployment CDC has deployed 25 percent of the supplies in the Strategic National Stockpile (SNS) to all states in the continental United States and U.S. territories. This included antiviral drugs, personal protective equipment, and respiratory protection devices. These supplies and medicines will help states and U.S. territories respond to novel H1N1 virus. Surveillance Novel influenza A (H1N1) activity is being detected through CDC’s routine influenza surveillance systems and reported weekly in FluView. CDC tracks U.S. influenza activity through multiple systems. While our influenza surveillance systems indicate that overall influenza activity is decreasing in the United States, novel H1N1 outbreaks are ongoing in different parts of the U.S., in some cases with intense influenza-like activity. Nearly 100 percent of the influenza viruses being detected now are novel H1N1 viruses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kosar_For_President Posted July 27, 2009 Report Share Posted July 27, 2009 I believe facts T, not gossip and rumors. Below are facts: Table. U.S. Human Cases of H1N1 Flu Infection Web page updated July 24, 2009, 11:00 AM ET Thank you for your gallient effort, but all of these facts are based out of fear. Compare these facts with other diseases. Over 1 million a year die from Malaria alone. You got to see the trees through the forest. T is 100% right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pumpkin Eater Posted July 27, 2009 Report Share Posted July 27, 2009 you do realize that around 26,000 people die from influenza each year in the US? Sensationalism at it's worst. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. T Posted July 27, 2009 Report Share Posted July 27, 2009 MRSA is probably a larger problem than the bird flu scare. Drug-resistant staph infection deaths may surpass AIDS In 2005, there were more than 94,000 cases of Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), which contributed to more than 18,000 deaths, according to a study in the Journal of the American Medical Association. MRSA Article Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
calfoxwc Posted July 27, 2009 Report Share Posted July 27, 2009 Swine flu could hit up to 40 percent in US - By MIKE STOBBE, AP In a disturbing new projection, health officials say up to 40 percent of Americans could get swine flu this year and next and several hundred thousand could die without a successful vaccine campaign and other measures. ************************************* "Several hundred thousand could die." While Obama plays footsies with commies, and ignores the peril. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. T Posted July 27, 2009 Report Share Posted July 27, 2009 I waited patiently, and then, when I really needed it, I got what I had asked for. Four Thieves is some nifty stuff. I am using the oil with good results to date. The Four Thieves vinegar is very good, as well. FOUR THIEVES VINEGAR: ANTIVIRAL GERMICIDE Possible Alternative for Flu Shots Herbal lore has it that, while the Plague was raging in France, a rash of burglaries of plague victims’ homes was discovered. No effort was made, however, to apprehend the thieves, as it was assumed that they would soon succumb to the contagion in the homes they had robbed.. The thieves carried on their crime spree for some time, and people began to wonder why they had not become ill and die. It was then that the authorities began to pursue them… to discover the secret of their immunity to the Plague. Once the burglars had been apprehended, they struck a bargain with the authorities, that they should be set free in exchange for revealing the secret to their immunity to the Plague. It was then that the four thieves revealed the herbal disinfectant formula that rendered them immune to the Plague. Current theorists suggest that this formula, now called “Four Thieves Vinegar”, may offer protection against fearsome possible threats, such as the flu, smallpox, and biological weapons, which concern us today, as all of its ingredients are either strong anti-bacterial agents, or have potent anti-viral properties. FOUR THIEVES VINEGAR 1 part lavender, dried 1 part sage, dried 1 part thyme, dried 1 part lemon balm (melissa), dried 1 part hyssop, dried 1 part peppermint, dried 1 handful garlic cloves Raw (unpasteurized), organic apple cider vinegar • In a glass jar, place all dry ingredients. • Add raw (unpasteurized), organic apple cider vinegar to cover • Place jar in a cool place and let sit, at room temperature, for six weeks. • Strain off herbs and garlic, and decant to a glass bottle or jar with a tight fitting lid. HOW TO USE FOUR THIEVES VINEGAR • Take a teaspoonful several times daily. • Add to salads either directly or in a salad dressing. • For personal protection, add a teaspoonful to bath water. • Use as a topical spray for disinfecting surfaces and/or skin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. T Posted July 28, 2009 Report Share Posted July 28, 2009 Will you be the first to sign your child up as a guinea pig? Some Oklahoma children will get a swine flu vaccine before it is ... He's perfectly willing to let his kids be guinea pigs for this vaccine News Video Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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