http://flusymptomsandtreatment.com Thu, 12 Nov 2009 22:09:07 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en "My body aches and my head is throbbing. Do I have the flu or is it just because I'm stressed or tired? Do I need a flu shot? Do I need the H1N1 vaccine, too?" Millions of Americans will be asking themselves these and more questions this fall and winter ... http://flusymptomsandtreatment.com/heres-how-to-tell-cold-from-flu/ Pregnant women have a lot on their to-do list, but rarely does it seem that flu protection is part of their prenatal health plan. This year, the flu presents an added threat to pregnant women and their newborns because of the new H1N1 (swine) flu virus. And the Centers for ... http://flusymptomsandtreatment.com/pregnant-women-are-a-priority-group/ Seasonal flu will face new opponents this year. Soccer legends and moms Mia Hamm and Brandi Chastain are teaming up with Women’s Professional Soccer (WPS) to make seasonal flu vaccination a higher priority. The effort is part of a national education campaign called “Don’t Play with the Flu,” which aims ... http://flusymptomsandtreatment.com/soccer-star-moms-vs-seasonal-flu/ The flu seems to be top-of-mind right now for almost everyone, especially moms. And while many moms are taking extra measures this year to protect kids from both seasonal flu and H1N1, they may neglect getting their own flu shot. With kids, husbands, schools, friends, communities and employers depending on ... http://flusymptomsandtreatment.com/should-all-moms-get-flu-shots/ With the emergence of the 2009 H1N1 virus and the presence of annual seasonal flu, health experts are concerned that this flu season could be more confusing than ever for families. Recent studies point to misunderstandings about what families should do to help prevent the spread of these viruses. While ... http://flusymptomsandtreatment.com/multiple-strains-make-flu-prevention-confusing/ It's not unusual to see viruses make headlines, but the recent threat of H1N1 swine flu has captured everyone's attention. On June 11, 2009, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention raised the H1N1 pandemic status to level six, indicating an international pandemic. This change has left many people ... http://flusymptomsandtreatment.com/four-doctor-recommended-tips-for-avoiding-h1n1/ The flu seems to be top-of-mind right now for almost everyone, especially moms. And while many moms are taking extra measures this year to protect kids from both seasonal flu and H1N1, they may neglect getting their own flu shot. With kids, husbands, schools, friends, communities and employers depending on ... http://flusymptomsandtreatment.com/arm-yourself-against-the-flu/ Your best defense against swine flu and other viruses this flu season may well be the humble paper hand towel. At least one study shows that using a disposable hand towel to dry your hands reduces germs on them by 77 percent. Damp hands spread 1,000 times more germs than ... http://flusymptomsandtreatment.com/clean-dry-hands-are-your-best-defense-this-flu-season/ Special Features for the http://flusymptomsandtreatment.com/3m-n95-respirator-and-surgical-maskbird-flu/ Can I get infected with 2009 H1N1 virus from eating or preparing pork? No. 2009 H1N1 viruses are not spread by food. You cannot get infected with novel HIN1 virus from eating pork or pork products. Eating properly handled and cooked pork products is safe. Is there a risk from drinking water? Tap ... http://flusymptomsandtreatment.com/exposures-to-h1n1-flu/