Bird flu is a disease caused by a specific type of avian (bird) influenza virus, the so-called H5N1 virus. This virus was first discovered in birds in China in 1997 and since then has infected 125 people in Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, and Indonesia, killing 64 of them. It is spread by infected migratory birds (including wild ducks and geese) to domestic poultry (primarily chickens, ducks, and turkeys), and then to humans.
Bird Flu and TamifluMaking Your Supply of Tamiflu Go Farther in an Emergency Situation
First, as I noted in my previous article, it is important to be aware of the fact that the effectiveness of Tamiflu and Relenza has been studied against circulating strains of human influenza (so called seasonal influenza), not against the bird flu virus.
Bird Flu and You: How Will The Flu Affect You?
Flu is a common disease nowadays, with most people having developed the antibodies to fight against the disease. So the mention of ‘flu’ doesn’t really create any alarm. However, say ‘bird flu’ and there’s likely to be a pandemonium.
Bird Flu Explained
Bird Flu or more correctly, avian flu, is much in the news and causing a lot of anxiety. Many people are worried that they may get it, and the papers are full of horror scenarios.
There are over 100 strains of avian flu, but most of them do not infect humans. The current strain H5N1 can infect humans, but not easily. The number of cases of avian flu in humans in the current outbreak is very small, and almost all have come about by direct contact with infected or dead bird…
Bird Flu Information and Update
By closely watching the migratory patterns of birds and understanding the disease, scientists may help prevent avian flu from becoming another global outbreak.
Treating ADD With Alternative Medicine
Alternative medicine is a practice which people either live by or laugh at; there does not seem to be any middle ground. When it comes to treating Attention Deficit Disorder, alternative medicine refers to any treatment technique which falls outside the realm of standard behavioral treatments and medication.
Dietary intervention is one such treatment in which certain foods are eliminated from a childs diet to reduce or eliminate the negative effects of ADD. This is based …
Age-Old Remedy for the Newest Flu
Viruses are the invading organisms responsible for most epidemic illnesses, as well as the common cold, ordinary flu, and cold sores, among others. Tea tree oil is a proven immuno-stimulant and anti-viral agent.
Insurance Position on Bird Flu from LifeSearch
The expected outcome across a range of typical protection products we would expect in the event of a claim.Would we expect a policy to pay out?
Preparing Your Finances For A Bird Flu Pandemic
If you have been paying attention to the news lately you may of heard of the threat of bird flu and a world pandemic. What would this mean and how would it affect your financial holdings. The World Bank, which has estimated that a bird flu pandemic lasting a year could, cost the global economy up to $800 billion dollars. The economic toll on the world economy will be catastrophic. That is a forecast no investor wants to hear. Even a mild pandemic could wreck havoc with your…
How to Prepare a Bug Out Laptop Kit
Can you imagine being away from your computer for an extended period of time? No internet, no email, no funny jokes, no games to play? Many people have found themselves in this position when the unexpected happens.
Preparing Your Business for a Bird Flu Pandemic
How would your business operate if half your work force were out sick? Would your business continue to function if several of your top key employees died? How many employees are cross-trained in other positions?