MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'flu virus'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:14:09 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4501583&cid=t_191680_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Ftheres-still-time-for-a-flu-shot%2F2011.02.21 It’s not too late to protect yourself and your family from the flu. Influenza is about to enter its peak season in the United States. Now is the time to be vigilant in protecting against and preventing the spread of flu. Washing your hands, staying home from work or school, and covering your cough can be incredible steps. But the most effective way to prevent influenza is to get vaccinated. If you haven’t had a flu shot, get one this week. Your child can be immunized if over six months of age, and remember that many children under age nine will need a second dose (booster shot). Find out how to determine if your child needs a second dose. 1o Things To Know About Influenza 1. Influenza peaks in February and March in the United States. Look at the CDC data that reflects ongoing in... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4501583 Mon, 21 Feb 2011 18:00:38 +0100 4501583 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4343127&cid=t_191680_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Finfluenza-its-not-just-the-flu%2F2011.01.13 One of our readers suggested that I review the book The Great Influenza: The Epic Story of the Deadliest Plague in History, by John M. Barry. It’s not a new book (it was published in 2004) but it is very pertinent to several of the issues that we have been discussing on this blog, especially in regards to the current anti-vaccine movement. It’s well worth reading for its historical insights, for its illumination of the scientific method, and for its accurate reporting of what science has learned about influenza. In the great flu epidemic of 1918, influenza killed as many people in 24 weeks as AIDS has killed in 24 years. It’s hard to even imagine what that must have been like, but this book helps us imagine it. It tells horror stories: Children found alone and starving beside the cor... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4343127 Thu, 13 Jan 2011 20:00:51 +0100 4343127 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4097871&cid=t_191680_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Ffeel%2Fa-new-strain-swine-flu-horrible-or-hype%2F photo: Thinkstock Just when we thought we were safe, a new strain of swine flu is emerging. So break out your face masks and hand sanitizer, because authorities aren’t sure if the current vaccine will protect against this new mutation. Great — we’re really looking forward to having to get another flu shot. Are you worried about the swine flu? Or do you think the whole scare is just hype? Let us know in the comments. via Reuters Post from: BlissTree A New Strain of Swine Flu: Horrible or Hype? (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4097871 Thu, 21 Oct 2010 20:13:01 +0100 4097871 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3993841&cid=t_191680_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Ffeel%2Fpoll-alert-will-you-get-a-flu-shot-this-year%2F photo: Thinkstock Every year around this time, a question (debate, really) emerges among the health-conscious: To get the flu shot, or not to get the flu shot? That is the question. Some vehemently swear that they stay healthy by avoiding the vaccine, while others get pricked with an annual flu shot no matter what. We know you’ve got an opinion about the flu vaccine, so take our poll and tell us what you think. #MicroPollDiv_277293 { width: 250px; margin: 0px auto; } Post from: BlissTree Poll Alert: Will You Get a Flu Shot This Year? (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3993841 Tue, 21 Sep 2010 17:03:01 +0100 3993841 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3633444&cid=t_191680_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fh1n1-and-japanese-dried-plums%2F2010.06.06 Japanese dried plums may suppress H1N1 influenza viruses, report researchers. In Japan, umeboshi (literally, “dried plum”) is thought to convey good digestion and cure hangovers. It’s the Japanese version of “an apple a day.” Recently, Wakayama Medical University researchers added umeboshi extracts to cells infected with the H1N1 virus and found it inhibited viral growth by 90 percent after seven hours. Researchers think that a polyphenol in the food may suppress H1N1. By the way, Wakayama prefecture is the heart of Japan’s plum-growing region. (Hindustan Times, Wikipedia) *This blog post was originally published at ACP Internist* (Source: Better Health) Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3633444 Sun, 06 Jun 2010 14:58:34 +0100 3633444 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2943954&cid=t_191680_125_f&fid=34820&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dentalblogs.com%2Farchives%2Fadministrator%2Fcranham-on-swine-flu-and-infection-control%2F This is a personal interest for me since my son was premature and is at high risk for flu and illness. We’re always on top of these things. The Swine Flu has been a little blown out of proportion by the media in my opinion, but whatever strain of flu exists, it’s good for professionals to think at a high level for infection control – from how we wash hands to always wearing gloves to covering surfaces to sterilizing handpieces and lasers. It’s a great time to review these procedures that prevent disease transmission. We don’t need to go crazy, but we need to prioritize infection control. I think staff vaccinations should be a personal decision for each individual, not mandated by the government. For me, I get the vaccine, but I haven’t yet gotten the H1N1 vaccine because it’s... dental blog for dentists about dentistry blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2943954 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 19:27:17 +0100 2943954 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2858589&cid=t_191680_146_f&fid=38266&url=http%3A%2F%2Fsleepeducation.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F10%2Fsleep-for-your-health-this-cold-and-flu.html The cold and flu season is quickly approaching. This year it is more important than ever to protect yourself not only from the seasonal flu, but also from the contagious H1N1 virus or “swine flu”.So what are the easiest ways to avoid contracting the flu?It may be as easy as practicing good hygiene. Wash your hands, keep your hands away from your face and avoid contact with people who are sick. The CDC also advises getting plenty of sleep to help your body maintain a strong immune system.A New York Times blog post found that if you are sleeping poorly you are more likely to catch a cold. Scientists think that this relationship highlights the importance of sleep to your health.A study published earlier this year in the journal Sleep shows that your immune system can be affected by sleep ... Sleep Education blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2858589 Sun, 04 Oct 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2858589 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2834388&cid=t_191680_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FBy_CVnLcEg0%2F The CDC has just announced that the first wave of swine flu vaccines will be available as early as October 5, a full month earlier than first reported. The supply will be good for 6 million to 7 million people, but the government expects about 250 million doses will be available over time. Of course, first priority goes to the most vulnerable, including healthcare workers, children, young adults and pregnant women. But don’t forget that you should still get a separate vaccine for the seasonal influenza. Neither one is going to protect you from the other virus. Now of the groups that the CDC highly recommends to get protection from the seasonal influenza virus, young adults were added on the list to get the swine flu shot. Don’t find this so strange. Even though this age group general... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2834388 Fri, 25 Sep 2009 20:51:36 +0100 2834388 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2807795&cid=t_191680_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FXmpN4NVCu0U%2F Finally, we will have protection against the spreading H1N1 influenza! The Foods and Drug Administration just approved four vaccines against the swine flu virus and it looks like the vaccines will be available in a little over a month. Swine Flu H1N1 Vaccine Soon Available Clinical trials proved that the vaccines are safe and only one shot is needed to gain immunity against the virus, and that’s really great news. Most vaccines work best when, and after the booster shot is given so this means that the swine flu vaccine works more quickly than other flu vaccines. So remember, if you’re one of the following people that are in higher priority to be immunized, ask your doctor or pediatrician about its availability. I already told my doctors to call us as soon they have the vaccine so I can... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2807795 Fri, 18 Sep 2009 13:16:01 +0100 2807795 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2645477&cid=t_191680_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FP2hsoIJcAXk%2F Public health officials have always recommended that pregnant women should avoid exposure to the influenza virus because of complications of infection, including spontaneous abortion, pre-term labor and fetal defects. And that goes for any type of flu virus, be it the seasonal type or the pandemic H1N1 swine flu. Unfortunately, very few percentage of pregnant women get vaccinated and very few OB/GYN doctors recommend the vaccine. Unborn child at risk for swine flu complications. But recent studies may take that warning to another level if results were to prove true for humans. Neuroscientists found that the H1N1 changes the genes that control brain growth and development in the unborn child, and some of those genes are tied to the development of the hippocampus, a component of the brain i... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2645477 Tue, 28 Jul 2009 03:22:00 +0100 2645477 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2639621&cid=t_191680_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2Fk9Vfc-qIpW8%2F It happens every time there is news of a health scare - people buy out pharmacies and drug stores of things like surgical masks and thermometers. It’s currently happening in England, where the H1N1 virus has really hit hard lately. England’s Department of Health says that “there were around 100,000 new cases of swine flu in England in the week ending July 17 — nearly double the number of cases for the previous seven days.” As a result, folks are stocking up on anything that could help them in a health emergency. Surgical masks are always one of the first things to go, but they are also buying things like antibacterial hand soap as well. Some pharmacies say they have more stock in for weeks or months. Image: sxc.hu. Share and Enjoy: ... A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2639621 Sat, 25 Jul 2009 19:26:01 +0100 2639621 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2576195&cid=t_191680_77_f&fid=37259&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.horizonpress.com%2Fblogger%2F2009%2F07%2Finfluenza-virology-book-announced.html Caister Academic Press today announced the forthcoming publication of a new book Influenza: Molecular Virology.In this timely book, internationally renowned scientists critically review the current research and the most important discoveries in this highly topical field. Subjects covered include the NS1 protein of influenza A virus, the structure of influenza NS1, influenza B hemagglutinin, influenza A nucleoprotein, influenza A hemagglutinin glycoproteins, the M2 channel, virulence genes of the 1918 H1N1 influenza, influenza virus polymerase, gene diagnostic microarrays, and computer-assisted vaccine design.Further reading: Influenza: Molecular VirologyFull range of books on microbiology at Microbiology Books (Source: Microbiology Blog: The weblog for microbiologists.) Microbiology Blog: The weblog for microbiologists. blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2576195 Tue, 07 Jul 2009 08:16:00 +0100 2576195 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2452989&cid=t_191680_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FakXnbRXNA3g%2F Last year, a company predicted that a H1N1 flu epidemic would occur within 6 to 12 months. A year later, that warning has come to pass, as the world records over 17,000 cases of H1N1 influenza in 64 countries, by June 1. And the U.S. has become the country worst-hit by the swine flu epidemic, with over 10,000 confirmed cases appearing in all of the 50 states. Mexico reported about 5,000 cases, which is only half of what the U.S. has! (See this list for total H1N1 cases worldwide) But after a month of near-panic, the fear has all but subsided. And yet, the WHO kept the pandemic alert at Level 5 since it was first raised a month ago, indicating that a pandemic is still imminent. And now the race for a H1N1 vaccine is accelerating, especially since fall (in the U.S.) is only 4 months away. ... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2452989 Wed, 03 Jun 2009 08:11:23 +0100 2452989 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2387680&cid=t_191680_146_f&fid=38266&url=http%3A%2F%2Fsleepeducation.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F05%2Fsleep-h1n1-swine-flu-virus.html The H1N1 flu virus, or “swine flu,” has infected people in 20 countries. This includes people in the U.S., Canada and Mexico. How can you protect yourself from this new virus?The CDC advises you to get plenty of sleep. This will help your body to maintain a strong immune system.In January the Sleep Education Blog reported on a study linking sleep and the immune system. Participants were exposed to a “rhinovirus” – the common cold.People who reported sleeping less than seven hours per night were three times more likely to develop a cold. The AASM recommends that adults get seven to eight hours of sleep each night.To keep from getting the flu, the CDC also recommends that you wash your hands often. Keep active, eat a healthy diet and drink plenty of fluids. Avoid close contact with... Sleep Education blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2387680 Mon, 04 May 2009 16:53:00 +0100 2387680 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2510156&cid=t_191680_86_f&fid=38272&url=http%3A%2F%2Flaikaspoetnik.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F04%2F30%2Ftwitter-goes-viral-swine-flu-outbreak-twitter-a-dangerous-hype%2F Twitter has been praised for its actuality and news breaking character. Remember the earthquakes and the two recent airplane crashes (Hudson River, Schiphol). Twitter often was the first to bring the news. Twitter’s power lies in its simplicity, -the 140 character limit-, its speed and it’s domino-effect. Tweets (twitter messages) can be read by your followers [...] (Source: Laika's MedLibLog) Laika's MedLibLog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2510156 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 17:08:22 +0100 2510156 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2380693&cid=t_191680_86_f&fid=38272&url=http%3A%2F%2Flaikaspoetnik.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F04%2F30%2Ftwitter-goes-viral-swine-flu-outbreak-twitter-a-dangerous-hype%2F Twitter has been praised for its actuality and news breaking character. Remember the earthquakes and the two recent airplane crashes (Hudson River, Schiphol). Twitter often was the first to bring the news. Twitter’s power lies in its simplicity, -the 140 character limit-, its speed and it’s domino-effect. Tweets (twitter messages) can be read by your followers [...] (Source: Laika's MedLibLog) Laika's MedLibLog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2380693 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 17:08:22 +0100 2380693 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2375125&cid=t_191680_77_f&fid=37259&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.horizonpress.com%2Fblogger%2F2009%2F04%2Finfluenza-virus.html Influenza Virology: Current Topics "should be on the shelf of every flu virologist, public health scientist, and vaccinologist ... I recommend it for all virologists and public health scientists who want to have the most updated picture on influenza and why a flu pandemic may occur in the near future." from from ASM Microbe (March 2007) Further reading: Influenza Virology: Current TopicsAnimal Viruses: Molecular BiologyFull range of books on microbiology at Microbiology Books (Source: Microbiology Blog: The weblog for microbiologists.) Microbiology Blog: The weblog for microbiologists. blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2375125 Mon, 27 Apr 2009 15:31:00 +0100 2375125 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2376536&cid=t_191680_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FqB5wL0J3SXQ%2F The new swine flu virus that broke out in Mexico is unique and potentially dangerous in one way. It is a virus that has a combination of gene segments from human, bird and swine viruses, and can potentially become infectious in humans that have no immunity to the new strain. Influenza viruses can change its make-up in one of two ways: Antigenic drift is a series of mutations that cause the virus to gradually evolve over time. Antigenic shift is an abrupt change in the surface antigen proteins that suddenly creates a new subtype of the virus. In the history of influenza outbreaks, antigenic shift is the cause behind pandemics in 1918 (Spanish Flu), 1957 (Asian Flu) and 1968 (Hongkong Flu) because the populations have not developed antibody protection against the virus. What’s especially u... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2376536 Mon, 27 Apr 2009 15:07:02 +0100 2376536 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2376120&cid=t_191680_107_f&fid=36672&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sciencebase.com%2Fscience-blog%2Fswine-flu-faq.html Swine flu could be the next major disease epidemic. It appears to have emerged in Mexico has killed more than 100 people and infected more 1000 who have recovered. Cases and suspected cases have now been identified in the USA, New Zealand, France, Scotland, Israel, Spain, and elsewhere (see the swine flu outbreak Google Map). In Sciencebase on April 26, I offered answers to some of the frequently asked questions about swine flu, and today am providing an updated FAQ in response to the comments received and concerns raised elsewhere. How many people have died from swine flu? In the current outbreak of swine flu as of April 27, just 20 deaths of 103 suspected fatal cases have actually been confirmed as having been caused by the new virus. That’s a lethality rate of just over 1%. Spanis... Sciencebase Science Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2376120 Mon, 27 Apr 2009 07:38:04 +0100 2376120 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2376121&cid=t_191680_107_f&fid=36672&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sciencebase.com%2Fscience-blog%2Fswine-flu.html Forget avian influenza, it is swine flu that could ravage the world as Mexicans are warned not to shake hands in church and have been told to keep at least six feet of separation between each other, and to wear protective masks. Large public gatherings, such as sporting events and concerts, have been banned and schools closed. As I’ve discussed previously on Sciencebase, there are countless latent diseases in hosts as rodents, birds, and cattle lying ready and willing to make the species leap to humans and decimate our populations. Whereas for the last ten years or so bird flu has been the focus of much research it was always more likely that a potentially lethal strain of virus would emerge from another species and not necessarily in Asia. Now, swine flu is on the rise in Mexico and... Sciencebase Science Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2376121 Sun, 26 Apr 2009 07:44:41 +0100 2376121 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1856103&cid=t_191680_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FatG12awvSBc%2F It’s Monday, and there’s plenty of catching up to do around the world of genetics. This week month - The Broad Institute received an astonishing $400 million endowment from the donors that bear its name. The Institute helped mapped the full complement of the human genes. This record-setting gift will fund genomics research. A melanoma cell line mistakenly identified as breast cancer cell line was used in more than 650 published breast cancer studies. The mistake happened 25 years ago, and could have implications for the cancer studies the cell line was used in. The NIH awarded $138M to 47 scientists for “deep innovation” in genomics proteomics and other molecular biology research efforts. Your genes can map your ancestry to your home country. Joseph Vanden Plas take... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1856103 Mon, 06 Oct 2008 23:08:38 +0100 1856103 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=908625&cid=t_191680_87_f&fid=35060&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthnewsblog.com%2Fcgi-bin%2Fhnblog.pl%3Fhnblog%3D828071 Reuters reports that matematical analysis has confirmed that the deadly bird flu virus was spread from human to human in Indonesia in 2006. A mathematical analysis has confirmed that H5N1 avian influenza spread from person to person in Indonesia in April, U.S. researchers reported on Tuesday. They said they had developed a tool to run quick tests on disease outbreaks to see if dangerous epidemics or pandemics may be developing. Health officials around the world agree that a pandemic of influenza is overdue, and they are most worried by the H5N1 strain of avian influenza that has been spreading through flocks from Asia to Africa. Photo It rarely passes to humans, but since 2003 it has infected 322 people and killed 195 of them. Most have been infected directly by birds. But a few clus... HealthNewsBlog.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=908625 Wed, 29 Aug 2007 02:00:00 +0100 908625