Outbreak linked to cases in South Nov 9, 2009
Restaurant workers have been virtually eliminated as the cause of the Beaver County hepatitis A outbreak, which has been genetically linked to hepatitis A epidemics in the South caused by green onions, state and federal public health officials said Tuesday. Officials stressed that green onions have not been identified as the cause of the Beaver Valley Mall Chi-Chi's Mexican Restaurant outbreak, which has infected 520 people, killing three. (Yahoo News -- Hepatitis)
Budding scientists compete at MIT for $100,000 prize Nov 8, 2009
Brittney Joyce and Andrew Walsh, seniors at Lexington High, mapped the spread of avian flu and how the virus mutated, hoping to add to understanding of how to prevent future epidemics. Joyce and Walsh, both 17, began working on their avian flu project about a year ago. (Boston Globe)
Severely Ill Swine Flu Patients May Spend Weeks in ICU, Irish Doctors Find Nov 6, 2009
In Australia and New Zealand, where epidemics peaked in July and August, the virus drove a 15-fold increase in intensive care admissions for viral lung inflammation, especially among pregnant women, the obese and people with chronic lung disease. Some patients have an extremely protracted ICU stay, with a number of current patients in ICU in excess of 60 days, wrote Jennifer Martin, a doctor with the Health Protection Surveillance Centre in Dublin, and colleagues in the study, which was... (Bloomberg -- Europe)
Climate change biggest health threat to children this century - Save the Children Nov 6, 2009
" 'Feeling the Heat' calls on governments to strengthen health, water and sanitation systems in the poorest countries so that they are ready to cope with the effects of climate change. Developing countries must also draw up plans for climate change adaptation that include the particular needs of children. The report identifies social protection, through cash grants for the poorest people, as an important way to strengthen communities struggling with the effects of climate. Early warning systems... (AlertNet)
Amazonian tribe hit by swine flu Nov 6, 2009
The Yanomami have been hurt by epidemics in the past, particularly when influenza and malaria were brought by miners in the 1980s. Survival International estimate that as much as a fifth of the community was killed during that period and that the Yanomami population has fallen to about 32,000. (BBC News -- Americas)
Ghana adopts strategies to eradicate guinea worm disease by 2013 Nov 5, 2009
The workshop, organised by the District Directorate of Health Service, was aimed at reminding the participants of their roles and responsibilities in helping to combat epidemics in the communities. Mr. Acheampong stated that even though the district was a non-endemic guinea worm area, "the people should be smart and alert since the disease can be brought into the district by people from endemic communities." He said it was the hope of the Ghana Health Service that all communities in the country... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
* Taiwan News Quick Take Nov 4, 2009
The Central Epidemics Command Center X an ad hoc committee organized by the Executive Yuan to tackle the outbreak of swine flu X has moved up the dates for young students to get vaccinations for the influenza A(H1N1) virus after parents complained the youngsters had to wait too long, especially as the number of infections continues to rise, with nearly 1,000 classes suspended so far. Swine flu shots will be made available for elementary school students from Nov. 16. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Uganda: 'Residual' IDPs Need Help to Go Home Nov 4, 2009
Lack of access to clean water poses a risk of epidemics, and clinics and schools struggle with insufficient facilities and qualified personnel. While returnees have begun to grow their own food, the situation is still fragile, particularly as low rainfall since April 2009 means harvests are predicted to be more than 60 percent lower than normal. (allAfrica.com)
New Model May Help Scientists Better Predict And Prevent Influenza Outbreaks Nov 3, 2009
Park added that in measuring for the first time how the difference between the population's immunity status and a new virus strain influences the risk of an epidemic, the team has taken a critical step toward linking these relationships with the dynamics of epidemics, not just for influenza but for a wide range of infectious diseases. Adapted from materials provided by , via , a service of AAAS. Email or share this story. (Science Daily)
CDC and guns here it goes again! Oct 31, 2009
And for what it s worth, guns and gun control aren t the main focus of the CDC. If you re paying attention you ll find it s main focus is actually on a collection of arenas: Global Health, Influenza Epidemics, and Obesity. bob barr is an idiot. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
U of M part of $185 million funded team tasked to improve global response to emerging pandemics Oct 31, 2009
They'll be tasked with improving the ability of countries to recognize and respond to new epidemics in areas where ecological relationships between humans, animals, and the environment are unstable. "The University of Minnesota was sought out because of our range of expertise in zoonotic diseases that crosses disciplines and our focus on the connection between animal and human health," said Frank B. Cerra, M.D., senior vice president for health sciences at the University of Minnesota. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Strikes paralyze Buenos Aires Oct 31, 2009
Health professionals want the government to employ more doctors to meet rising patient loads and an increase in diseases and epidemics such as H1N1 flu and dengue fever. The hospitals depend on funding from the provinces, leading to major differences in each area's needs and what local health care facilities can offer. (CNN -- World)
24-year-old gets probation for molesting teenage girl Oct 30, 2009
62463 wrote on Oct 29, 2009 3:40 AM:" There are two very scary epidemics in this country, one is people driving drunk and killing other people and the other is child molestation. And the preditors always seem to be getting away with it. ". STRANGER~ wrote on Oct 29, 2009 4:37 AM:" It's a no brainer why coles county is full of such trash.Birds of a feather flock together. I kinda feel sorry for the Williams family.Honest hard working folks that probably unknowingly bypassed red tape jargon.The... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
SPECIAL REPORT: Swine flu Oct 30, 2009
Swine flu, bird flu, Hong Kong flu, Asian flu, all the epidemics of recent history pale in comparison with "the grippe." For one long month toward the end of World War I, one of the deadliest epidemics in history brought life to a fearful standstill ... Still, there is no way to know if a more severe outbreak will follow the current wave of the virus, as occurred in prior epidemics ... Oct. 13: Medical experts and the state health departments say all seasonal flu epidemics are unpredictable in... (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
FLU SEASON: How to get through unscathed Oct 30, 2009
Jon McCullers of St. Jude's Children's Research also recommends that children get vaccinated against pneumococcal pneumonia, which has been a major cause of deaths in previous flu epidemics. Who should get vaccine. (USA Today)
Norovirus Gastroenteritis Oct 29, 2009
Noroviruses are now recognized as being the leading cause of epidemics of gastroenteritis and an important cause of sporadic gastroenteritis in both children and adults. Although norovirus gastroenteritis is generally mild and of short duration, new evidence suggests. (New England Journal of Medicine)
A Decade Later, Lifestyle Changes Or Metformin Still Lower Type 2 Diabetes Risk Oct 29, 2009
"The spiraling epidemics of obesity and type 2 diabetes in United States and worldwide show no signs of abating," said Griffin P. Rodgers, M.D., director of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK), part of the National Institutes of Health. "Millions of people could delay diabetes for years and possibly prevent the disease altogether if they lost a modest amount of weight through diet and increased physical activity.". (Science Daily)
Effort Launched To Find And Control Diseases That Move Between Wildlife And People Oct 28, 2009
UC Davis will bring on emerging-disease authority Stephen S. Morse of Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health as director of PREDICT. Morse said that, historically, pandemics -- epidemics that spread around the world -- occurred perhaps every 30 to 40 years. "But in our modern world, the chances of novel diseases or even a new pandemic emerging are higher than ever, because of how we live and the extent to which we travel, Morse said. "Our human settlements and roadways push deeper... (Science Daily)
H1N1: 'pushing hospitals to their limit' Oct 27, 2009
To many analysts, swine flu appears to be two overlapping epidemics: one a cascade of mild to moderate cases that is stressing hospital emergency rooms, and the second a narrow stream of unusually young patients who need intensive care. At most hospitals, swine flu has had "very little impact on patient care except in ICUs," says Eric Toner of the Center for Biosecurity. (USA Today)
Malcolm Gladwell and his imitators can rest easy Oct 24, 2009
" , Gladwell's first book, defined three "rules" that allow fads, or social epidemics, to spread, or tip. The problem was that his examples often did not meet all his criteria, making them less like rules and more akin to conditions that sometimes accompany epidemics. Here he is more careful. "Is the ten thousand hour rule a general rule of success. If we scratch below the surface of every great achiever, do we always find the equivalent of the Michigan Computer Center. (Harper's Magazine)
UCD Aims To Prevent Global Pandemic Oct 24, 2009
Morse said that, historically, pandemics -- epidemics that spread around the world -- have occurred perhaps every 30 to 40 years. "But in our modern world, the chances of novel diseases or even a new pandemic emerging are higher than ever, because of how we live and the extent to which we travel, Morse said. "Our human settlements and roadways push deeper into forests and wild areas where we now raise livestock and poultry; and we transport ourselves, our animals and our food farther and faster... (KCRA 3, CA)
Novo's Diabetes Drug Helps Healthy People Lose Weight, Cut Blood Pressure Oct 24, 2009
The rising rates of obesity during the past two decades have coincided with a dramatic increase in , leading many public health officials to declare that epidemics are under way with both conditions. Healthy patients in Astrups study lost more weight than diabetics in earlier studies who were taking the same doses of the drug, said George Bray, from Louisiana State Universitys division of clinical obesity and metabolism in Baton Rouge, in an editorial. (Bloomberg -- UK)
America and China: A wary respect Oct 23, 2009
More recently, both sides have been trying to reinforce the relationship by stressing that they have a host of new common enemies, from global epidemics to terrorism. But it is a relationship fraught with contradictions. (The Economist)
Swine flu's likely here; local supply of seasonal flu vaccine wiped out Oct 23, 2009
LJD wrote on Oct 22, 2009 3:40 AM:" Dont take this lightly. Flu epidemics have wiped out millions of people. The 1918 Flu epidemic killed more that 50 million people. ". smokey01 wrote on Oct 22, 2009 8:05 AM:" I completely agree with Just the Tip. STAY HOME IF YOUR SICK. Don't go in public and give the rest of us your germs. STAY HOME PLEASE!!!!!!!!!! ". (Longview Daily News, WA)
Trigger Of Deadly Food Toxin Discovered Oct 22, 2009
8, 2007) Researchers have discovered how the protein CodY controls toxin production of Clostridium difficile, a bacterium that has caused epidemics of severe diarrhea in hospital patients. In its search for. (Science Daily)
Top tips for buying travel insurance Oct 22, 2009
Walls discovered that epidemics arent covered in most traditional plans, so she decided on cancel for any reason coverage. The couple paid about 6 percent extra on the $3,500 theyd already invested in transportation and tour costs a wise investment, it turned out. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Women With Diabetes At Increased Risk For Irregular Heart Rhythm Oct 20, 2009
Our study points out that there is a connection between these two growing epidemics one we should pay closer attention to, especially among women, says Sumeet Chugh, MD, co-author and associate director of the Cedars-Sinai Heart Institute in Los Angeles. The gender differences need to be looked at more closely because they could have significant implications for how we treat diabetes in men and women. (Science Daily)
Comprehensive Sudan Policy Welcome; Stronger Humanitarian Plan Needed Oct 20, 2009
Funding for emergency relief must also continue to ensure resources are available to respond to emergencies created by new conflicts, natural disasters, and epidemics. "Another gap in the policy is the lack of a clear commitment to protect people from further violence in the south. Local conflicts are beginning to increase and people feel vulnerable in the absence of a sustained government security presence. They are resorting to arming themselves for their own protection. The U.S. must work... (AlertNet)
New Flu Can Kill Fast, Researchers Agree Oct 20, 2009
"Participants who have managed such cases agreed that the clinical picture in severe cases is strikingly different from the disease pattern seen during epidemics of seasonal influenza," WHO's Dr. Nikki Shindo told the meeting. Swine flu was declared a pandemic in June and has been circulating globally. (MEDLINEplus)
'Darwinian medicine' in focus at World Health Summit Oct 19, 2009
A new field of medical research is looking at the emergence of modern epidemics like asthma and obesity through the prism of Charles Darwin's 150-year-old theory of evolution. BERLIN (AFP) - A new field of medical research is looking at the emergence of modern epidemics like asthma and obesity through the prism of Charles Darwin's 150-year-old theory of evolution ... A key area of focus in Darwinian medicine is the emergence of modern epidemics like asthma and obesity -- modern diseases... (Yahoo! Asia News)
Infectious Causes of Irritable Bowe... Oct 19, 2009
These infections is most common in developing countries, but epidemics have also occurred in the Western world. Gastrointestinal parasites are usually diagnosed from stool cultures or exam. (Suite101.com)
When a killer came to town Oct 18, 2009
5 percent compared with previous flu epidemics, which were less than 0. 1 percent. (Melrose Free Press, MA)
KAH temporarily changes visiting policy Oct 17, 2009
"The temporary policy changes will be in effect until the current H1N1 and seasonal flu epidemics have passed," said Amy Conlee, community relations director. Hospital officials began posting signs on all of the entrances Friday morning. (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
Uganda: Country Supports All UESCO's Initiatives [document] Oct 16, 2009
Mr. President, today the world faces severe financial, economic and social crises, including climate change, food shortages and disease epidemics which put increased pressure on the budgets of UNESCO and of member states. Against this background, our organisation must devise new approaches and strategies for the management of programmes and delivery of services. (allAfrica.com)
Sidewalks and parks can cut diabetes risk Oct 14, 2009
"Altering our environments so that healthier behaviors and lifestyles can be easily chosen may be one of the key steps in arresting and reversing these epidemics," Amy Auchincloss of Drexel University in Philadelphia, whose study appears in the Archives of Internal Medicine, said in a statement. Auchincloss studied 2,285 adults age 45 to 84 from three different communities: Baltimore, Maryland; the Bronx neighborhood of New York and Forsyth County, North Carolina, who were initially examined... (MSNBC -- Health)
Some Measures Won't Help Prevent Flu Pandemic Oct 14, 2009
"The opening of schools in September appeared to be a major factor in initiating community epidemics," the researchers wrote. "Schools were not closed for the purpose of trying to control the spread of disease. They were closed because too many teachers or administrators or students were out," Courtney said. (MEDLINEplus)
'Healthy' Neighborhoods Cut Type 2 Diabetes Risk Oct 14, 2009
"There's unlikely to be a single bullet that will fix these epidemics," Auchincloss said. Nevertheless, "the potential for large scale interventions to have an effect is heartening.". (Newsmax)
* CDC reassures public on vaccines Oct 14, 2009
In related news, the Central Epidemics Command Center (CECC) said yesterday that a 52-year-old woman in Hualien with cirrhosis became the nations 24th victim of swine flu on Sunday. The woman began to exhibit flu symptoms on Oct. 3 and reported to a hospital in Taitung, where doctors discovered she had liver and heart problems and transferred her to another hospital in Hualien, where she later died. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Healthy neighborhoods may be associated with lower diabetes risk Oct 13, 2009
"There is unlikely to be a panacea for the obesity epidemic and rising epidemic of type 2 diabetes. However, altering our environments so that healthier behaviors and lifestyles can be easily chosen may be one of the key steps in arresting and reversing these epidemics.". (Arch Intern Med. (EurekAlert!)
A cultural resolution Oct 12, 2009
Hany describes the sheer volume of topics from terrorist attacks to ice epidemics and ground-breaking subject matter as overwhelming at times but pulled together brilliantly ... "On top of all the people-smuggling and ice epidemics . . . every episode is filled with the personal drama and local crimes," he says. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
'No Major Role For Fish' In The Prevention Of Heart Failure, Study Suggests Oct 12, 2009
No Major Role For Fish' In The Prevention Of Heart Failure, Study Suggests. No Major Role For Fish' In The Prevention Of Heart Failure, Study Suggests. (Science Daily)
Library Corner: Epidemics of past put swine flu to shame Oct 11, 2009
Past Month's Most Commented Stories. Sunday, October 11, 2009 12:15 AM PDT. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Swine Flu Rates Up to 5 Times Higher for Native Groups Oct 11, 2009
In the 15th century catastrophic measles and smallpox epidemics brought by foreign invaders ravaged native populations in the Americas. And in 1918, the was especially hard on indigenous populations, according to a 2008 study in the journal Emerging Infectious Diseases. (National Geographic)
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Library Corner: Epidemics of past put swine flu to shame. Sunday, October 11, 2009 12:15 AM PDT. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Pandemic Payoff from 1918: A Weaker H1N1 Flu Today Oct 10, 2009
Analyses of infection rates in modern seasonal flu epidemics suggest that with age comes a subtle buildup of immunity to flu viruses in general. Although the external viral proteins hemagglutinin and neur-a-minidase (the H and N that designate a flu strain) are the main targets of vaccines, the human immune system may also recognize other viral parts. (Scientific American)
CFS/ME and Retroviruses Oct 10, 2009
It is already widely considered infectious and numerous epidemics have been reported since the 1930s, but genes and other predisposing factors also appear to play a role in getting sick ... For example, Coxsackie B4 virus has been connected to both CFS/ME epidemics and juvenile (type I) diabetes, but an association between type I diabetes and CFS/ME is yet to be reported. (Suite101.com)
Outbreak linked to cases in South Oct 9, 2009
Restaurant workers have been virtually eliminated as the cause of the Beaver County hepatitis A outbreak, which has been genetically linked to hepatitis A epidemics in the South caused by green onions, state and federal public health officials said Tuesday. Officials stressed that green onions have not been identified as the cause of the Beaver Valley Mall Chi-Chi's Mexican Restaurant outbreak, which has infected 520 people, killing three. (Yahoo News -- Hepatitis)
East Africa: U.S. Army Contingent to Train East African Armies Oct 9, 2009
Under the operation code named 'natural fire', the US will also give East African armies tips on building capacity to enable them respond to epidemics like swine flu and Hepatitis E. About 550 US soldier and 650 troops from the East African nations are expected to take part in the exercise, which will be launched next week at Pajimo barracks. (allAfrica.com)
The Discovery of the Smallpox Vacci... Oct 9, 2009
Smallpox had for many years been a scourge in the West, sweeping through the densely populated cities of Europe in periodic epidemics, killing as many as 35% of the people it infected and often leaving the survivors scarred for life. From the wealthiest noble to the humblest peasant, residents of London and Paris lived in abject fear of the next wave of infection. (Suite101.com)
Harry Connick Pans "Blackface" Performers Oct 9, 2009
They were the victims of deliberate poisonings and systematic slaughters, decimated by tuberculosis and syphilis, and swept away by infectious epidemics. With their community structures and moral fibers shredded, the Blacks, by the 1930s, had been reduced to a pathetic remnant of about 30,000 people and perhaps twice that number of mixed descent. (CBS News -- Early Show)
* Eleven more people hospitalized with swine flu: center Oct 8, 2009
The Central Epidemics Command Center (CECC) yesterday said that 11 more people with A(H1N1) had been hospitalized. The center said three were males and eight females, ranging in age from seven to 31. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Rwanda: New Tests for Protection Against HIV Begin Oct 8, 2009
However, there is need to find a broad strategy, one that focuses on prevention and works to eradicate epidemics. Microbicides are a vital part of a comprehensive HIV prevention strategy, which would complement other prevention measures like abstinence, condoms, male circumcision, and behavioral change, among others. (allAfrica.com)
High-level SA delegation visits Al BashirUNAMID in fresh bid to tackle root-causes of Darfur conflictUN worried about increasing LRA attacks in Southern SudanGhana beats Sudan 2-0 in 2010 World Cup qualifier CPJ condemns suspension of VOA service in PuntlandEU suspends funding to AU peacekeeping mission in SomaliaDrought, fighting force 50,000 Somalis to seek refuge in KenyaNigeria seeks change in AMISOM mandate Belgian organisation protests detention of Congolese woman, her three childrenDR Congo suspends Olympic committee chair for misappropriation3 journalists report death threats in DRCJoseph Kabila assumes chairmanship of SADC Ivorian Prime Minister urges mutinous soldiers to remain calmGbagbo: "Whoever delays Ivorian elections is a criminal"Gbagbo reaffirms his desire for Ivorian peaceGbagbo signs Ivorian amnesty law ON THE WIRE Ministers urge mobilisation of fund for epidemic response in W/AfricaOuagadougou, Burkina Faso (PANA) - West African health ministers have called forthe mobilisation of a sub-regional fund for preparation and response to epidemicsand other disasters. 06/10/2009 Full Text... Oct 7, 2009
Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso (PANA) - West African health ministers have called for the mobilisation of a sub-regional fund for preparation and response to epidemics and other disasters. They also urged the World Health Organisation (WHO), in conformity with its mandate, to coordinate all international support actions and the mobilisation of resources, technical and otherwise, from the international community, to assist the sub-region. (Panapress.com)
Alamo City biotech firm lands hefty defense pact Oct 5, 2009
The third group of agents are the influenzas, commonly known as the flu, which is spread around the world in seasonal epidemics. All of the work on the actual pathogens is being done at Wright-Patterson AFB, while CME will provide computer support for the researchers from its office in San Antonio. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
* The truth behind the globesity epidemic Oct 5, 2009
Epidemics caused by fat are now manifest: Type 2 diabetes, increased rates of heart and cardiovascular disease, and more cancers, such as breast cancer. This globesity epidemic is seen in poor countries as well as wealthy ones. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Floods batter Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka; 200 dead Oct 5, 2009
"We are deploying medical teams in the affected areas to prevent the occurrence of epidemics," said S Subramanyam, special commissioner for disaster management in Hyderabad. Water levels were receding and rainfall had returned to normal in some areas, but dams continued to overflow as the river Krishna in Karnataka breached its banks. (India Times, India)
Ethnic voters are Menino stronghold Oct 4, 2009
Mayor Thomas M. Menino was not much of an expert on global epidemics or dim sum, but he knew the heart of one of the city s ethnic communities was in trouble. Chinatown s bustling lunch business had taken a dive in 2003 because people were afraid they might contract the SARS virus if they ventured into the neighborhood. (Boston Globe)
A pox on you Oct 4, 2009
Epidemics forced the early republic to wrestle with the question of the federal government s proper role in regulating the nation s health ... During epidemics, towns often created guard stations and required all visitors from slaves to wealthy merchants to be smoked with sulfur before entering. (Boston Globe)
Child swine flu jab trials begin Oct 4, 2009
"And secondly there is clear evidence that flu epidemics and pandemics are spread very efficiently by children. "Children simply infect each other and their parents very efficiently and for that reason a hugely effective strategy to controlling epidemics of this kind is to immunise children. " The Department of Health estimate they will have enough vaccine for half the population by the end of the year. Vaccination is expected to start with high risk groups, the very young, elderly and medical... (BBC News -- UK)
Early Symptoms of Swine Flu Virus Oct 3, 2009
Immunization efforts can prevent epidemics, but to H1N1 vaccination are common. For example, the mercury free nasal spray vaccine may make patients contagious, spreading H1N1 to those around them, according to the package insert from MedImmune's Flumist, section 17. (Suite101.com)
Pre-Birth Exposure to 1918 Flu Raised Heart Risks, Study Finds Oct 2, 2009
"Subsequent epidemics have not been as severe. This could have been something unique to that, but we can't tell. It took 60 years to find this out.". The findings are reported in the Oct. 1 issue of the Journal of Developmental Origins of Health and Disease. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
1918 Flu Left Legacy of Heart Disease Oct 2, 2009
Among other things, the study showed that heart disease was more common among all those who were in utero at the time, and not those whose mothers were actually infected with the flu, said Alcabes, who is the author of Dread: How Fear And Fantasy Have Fueled Epidemics From The Black Death To Avian Flu. Since many women who were pregnant at that time either died or lost their babies, he said, "it could be that heart disease developed preferentially in offspring of women who were not infected,... (ABC News)
In danger: AIDS funding for San Francisco Oct 1, 2009
1 billion 2006 renewal of the act that "balances the needs of high prevalent cities and states with those experiencing rapidly growing epidemics," said Sen. Tom Harkin, D-Iowa, chair of the health committee. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Politics)
Scientists join forces to explain HIV spread in Central and East Africa Sep 30, 2009
"In terms of health-care applications, coupling genetic analysis with geographic information systems can give us a powerful tool to understand the spread of pathogens and contain emerging epidemics.". Working with Maureen M. Goodenow, Ph. (EurekAlert!)
Schools plan H1N1 vaccinations Sep 30, 2009
bassplayer wrote on Sep 29, 2009 12:47 PM:" I had my children vaccinated but not by pumping them full of vaccines as infants. We waited until we felt our kids were older and their immune system would be better able to tolerate them. Also we made them give them the shots one at a time instead of the overload crap doctors push on you. kids turned out good. Could things have been different had we allowed their vaccines to occur like the doctors wanted? Possibly. There is enough evidence about shots... (Logan Herald Journal, UT)
