Archive for the 'Infectious Diseases' Category

What is the mortality rate for H1N1 influenza?

Monday, June 8th, 2009
Since the CDC reports only 26 confirmed cases with 8 deaths in Mexico, that would be a mortality rate much higher than the H1N1 influenza outbreak of 1918, which killed tens of millions. Why are the mortality rates in Mexico so much higher than the rest of the world. Does anyone know what the actual mortality rate is?

By: who cares

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Symptoms of H1N1

How long does the swine flu last in healthy humans?

Thursday, June 4th, 2009
I was wondering how long can the swine flu last in healthy adults around 20 before the symptoms subside? Once you get the swine flue is it true that you will be immune to this strain? Also currently I have a minor cough and minor aches but not unbearable needing a doctor. Do you think I have the swine flu in a moderate form? I have heard that drinking wine in moderation can prevent if not lessen symptoms of the flu.

Thanks for your help.

By: travelplus

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Symptoms of H1N1

What makes the H1N1 virus different than the “common seasonal flu?”?

Tuesday, June 2nd, 2009
What makes the H1N1 virus different than the “common seasonal flu?”

Could someone please give me a short summary of this. thanks!

By: chemistry.student

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Swine Flu Symptoms

How is Swine Flu different from regular flu?

Sunday, May 31st, 2009
Seasonal Flu (regular flu) infects millions of people every year. It’s fair to say it’s a common ailment, just like a cold.
Regular flu also kills thousands of people each year…
Of all the swine flu cases I heard about, most people are getting better, just like with a regular flu.
Of course if you’re elderly or a newborn or an immunodeficient person, well, the flu might be harder to treat and may kill you, but that’s not news!

Are we panicking over nothing?

By: João Silva

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Vaccine for H1N1

How could the current H1N1 “swine flu” variation develop naturally?

Thursday, May 28th, 2009
Considering that the current H1N1 “swine flu” is actually a combination of swine flu, avian flu and human flu strains from different continents, I would like to have a scientific explanation of how it is possible for this “triad” flu strain to have developed naturally.

By: PHXie

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Swine Flu Symptoms