Local Woman Fights Flu Pandemics 41 Years Apart Nov 18, 2009
Lee's first symptoms were fever, chills, body aches and pains. When she relayed all the symptoms to a doctor by phone, she was told it was likely she had the swine flu. (TheSanDiegoChannel.com, CA)
AT RISK: H1N1, asthma can be a dire combination in children Nov 18, 2009
"By Sunday, Nov. 8, his cough turned into a croupy bark, and he started running a fever. It got to 102.9. I knew it had gotten to be more than we could handle at home," says his mother, Jennifer Berndsen ... She says if a child develops a fever, is feeling poorly, has chest pain, a bad cough or extreme fatigue, see a doctor right away ... He then received a cornucopia of drugs: Motrin to help reduce fever, antibiotics for atypical pneumonia that a chest X-ray revealed, and an intravenous line of... (USA Today)
Dr. John Galgiani (right) is director of the Valley Fever Center for Excellence. Photo by Ellen Sussman / Special to the Green Valley News Nov 18, 2009
Valley Fever education pushed. Dr. John Galgiani (right) is director of the Valley Fever Center for Excellence ... The scientific name is cocci-dio-ido-my-cosis but most of us know it as Valley Fever. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
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Students with a fever of 100 degrees or higher must be kept home and cannot return to school until their temperature is normal for 24 hours. Whidbey News Times Assistant editor Jessie Stensland can be reached at or 360. (Enumclaw Courier Herald, WA)
Hallmark Health implements visitor restriction during flu season Nov 18, 2009
Hallmark Health is also urging visitors over the age of 18 to postpone their visit to the hospital if they have been around adults or children who are sick with the cold or flu, have symptoms of a cold or influenza, have a fever or have had a fever within the past week or have been nauseated, vomited or had diarrhea ... Symptoms of the flu include aches and pains, headache, sore throat, sudden fever or dizziness, cough, head and lung congestion, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Flu Vaccine Scarce, No Panic Nov 17, 2009
Without the lab test, the two viruses produce similar symptoms, although the swine flu is characterized by a somewhat higher fever than is usually common with other varieties ... "The main thing is to keep children at home until their fever breaks," Barrett said, "and wear masks when you're around sick people." ... Symptoms of flu include fever, headache, extreme tiredness, dry cough, sore throat, nasal congestion and/or body aches. (The Pilot Newspaper)
LETTER: Child twice told to be seen in emergency room Nov 17, 2009
thefunnyfarm wrote on Nov 16, 2009 12:12 AM:" I have heard that the pediatricians dept at SBLHC is sending their patients to other places. I did hear of a family that had a few sick members, two of them children and they were sent down to occ medicine to be treated. I think that our dr's and hospital must just be overwhelmed. My son is feverish tonight so we will see in the morning what happens ". Rockin Rotty wrote on Nov 16, 2009 4:20 PM:" Sorry for going a tad off subject, but....Some of the... (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
The flu wars on the front lines in the schools Nov 17, 2009
For the last week, as many as 10 students, some with fever, aches and runny noses-telltale signs of the flu-have been lining up at the nurse's office at Easton Area High School in Easton, Pa. by 7:10 a.m.. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Firms try to plan for absenteeism; workers struggle with staying home Nov 16, 2009
The Centers for Disease Control recommends that those with flulike symptoms stay home for at least 24 hours after their fever is gone. This means some workers could be out for an entire week or more, putting a strain on the business and the worker. (Republican-American)
WHITTAKER: Church tradition yields to H1N1 Nov 16, 2009
Then a few people start falling ill with a strange fever and dying. Most people ignore the threat of this new illness and even the majority of doctors deny that it is bubonic plague. (Holliston Tab, MA)
Families shocked by how fast flu can hit Nov 16, 2009
They're not much different from the seasonal flu: a fever, a cough, a sore throat, a runny or stuffy nose, an achy body and head, chills and fatigue. Sometimes there is diarrhea and vomiting. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
More of this story Nov 16, 2009
Those with flu-like symptoms fever plus cough and sore throat should stay home from work or school from the time the symptoms appear to a period 24 hours after the fever subsides without the aid of medication, said Park. Additionally, people should take the following steps to stay healthy. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Home security means swine flu prevention too Nov 16, 2009
Most important, those with flu symptoms should not return to school or work until 24 hours after their fever is gone. This information was provided by Security Choice, a leading online resource for the best in and monitoring. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
- H1N1 vaccine has some risks, some benefits 0 Nov 15, 2009
It can also cause headaches, a mild fever and make the recipient feel nauseated. They re really mild and not everyone gets them, she said. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
Scarlett fever Nov 15, 2009
Delusional Southern belle leaves trail of murder in her path. Last Updated: 8:53 AM, November 14, 2009. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Food-Borne Ills Can Have Lasting Consequences Nov 14, 2009
In addition to diarrhea, fever, abdominal cramps, nausea, and vomiting, campylobacter infection can cause Guillain-Barre syndrome, the most common cause of paralysis in the United States. It can also trigger arthritis, heart infections, and blood infections. (MEDLINEplus)
CDC: Swine Flu Sickens 22 Million In Six Months Nov 14, 2009
FeverFatigueLack of appetiteCoughingRunny noseSore throatNauseaVomitingDiarrhea ... In children emergency warning signs that need urgent medical attention include: Fast breathing or trouble breathing Bluish skin color Not drinking enough fluids Not waking up or not interacting Being so irritable that the child does not want to be held Flu-like symptoms improve but then return with fever and worse cough Fever with a rash. (KWTX.com, TX)
NEWT EYES 'CONTRACT WITH AMERICA 2'... Nov 14, 2009
I see the swamp fever has hit the Democrats like a dropped piano. If the Republicans would only commit to libertarian values, the Democrat party would never rise again ---- the perfectly-natural and universally-valid human rights of life, liberty, private property, and pursuit of personal happiness. (The Drudge Report)
Lower Cape schools see big spikes in absenteeism due to flu Nov 14, 2009
In the past, before this pandemic, you probably might do that if your child had a slight fever you might think it was no big deal, Hoffmann said. Now, however, schools are emphatically telling parents to keep their children at home if they have flu-like symptoms such as fever, aches or a cough. (Harwich Oracle, MA)
Flu lull providing time to give out more shots Nov 14, 2009
Flu in general is characterized by high fever (above 100 degrees), chills, lethargy and loss of appetite. Reported swine-flu symptoms also include runny nose, sore throat, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. (AZCentral -- News)
National H1N1 spike: Flu claims tenth PBC life Nov 13, 2009
People with diabetes need to get vaccinated against flu and pneumonia, and should be put on antiviral medication at the first sign of fever and cough, Schuchat said. Vaccine supply continues to be less than hoped for, and so health officials still want to give priority to people most at risk, she said. (The Palm Beach Post)
Get your flu shots Nov 13, 2009
The health department said symptoms of seasonal flu include fever, cough and extreme fatigue, and people with the flu often also have a sore throat, headache, muscle aches and a runny or stuffy nose. The health department offers the shot for $25 for adults and $10 for children at its local offices. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Flu forum planned for Nov. 17 Nov 13, 2009
Flu symptoms include fever, body aches, runny nose, sore throat, nausea, vomiting or diarrhea. Source: Concord Public Health Department. (Concord Journal, MA)
Vaccine fear has pregnant moms, kids risking flu Nov 13, 2009
The vaccine "is a hard sell . . . because it has been a fairly mild disease -- 48 hours of fever and they feel better in four or five days," said Dr. Andrea Thorpe, a pediatrician at Halifax Health's Keech Street Center. "But we have had a few people who got extremely sick and you don't know who that person is going to be.". (Daytona Beach News Journal)
When exercise becomes harmful Nov 13, 2009
If there is a rise in body temperature or fever due to over-exertion, its time to take stock of the situation. Exercising beyond a limit can not only affect your sleep, but can also increase your heartbeat and affect eating habits, begins John C Rajah, a fitness consultant. (India Times, India)
Hospitals curb H1N1 testing Nov 12, 2009
Instead, its health professionals choose to give diagnoses based on a litany of flu signs, including fever, cough, headache, body ache and diarrhea ... Examples include being vigilant, drinking plenty of fluids, and bringing down a fever. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Hospitals add swine flu precautions as officials heighten warnings Nov 12, 2009
Symptoms of the swine flu (H1N1) include fast or troubled breathing, a persistent high fever, cough, sore throat and body aches. Public health officials urge everyone to exercise prevention techniques including frequent and thorough hand washing and covering all coughs and sneezes. (Sebastopol Sonoma West Publishing, CA)
Thanks, FDA, but We Don't Need Your Protection From Raw Oysters Nov 12, 2009
Fever burns you up; big, ugly blisters bust out on your skin; and you wander into the hospital forgetting your name. These bloodstream infections, though rare, are so fast and furious that only 50 percent survive them. (Slate)
Weekly Update of H1N1 Influenza Nov 12, 2009
The local physicians recommend that if you or a family member has Influenza A or are symptomatic, that you and your household members stay home for at least 7 days and fever free without fever reducing medicine for at least 24 hours. If you become ill, you have been contagious 24 hours before you began to feel sick. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Senators Debate Requiring Sick Leave for Flu Nov 12, 2009
WASHINGTON - When Desiree Rosado's daughter got the flu last month, she took a week off without pay; just an hour after finally returning to work Rosado had to leave again to take her feverish son home ... Health officials have been urging anyone with flu-like symptoms such as cough and fever to stay home to avoid spreading it. (Newsmax)
Flu in the workplace: Firms try to plan for absenteeism; workers struggle with staying home Nov 11, 2009
She suffered from high fevers, horrific rashes and bouts of vomiting ... The Centers for Disease Control recommends that those with flulike symptoms stay home for at least 24 hours after their fever is gone. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Be safe while dining out Nov 11, 2009
I can t tell you how many times it was either work with a cold and fever, or lose my job. This is compounded by the fact that most restaurants don t offer any kind of health insurance. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Health)
Health center works to contain H1N1 Nov 11, 2009
The inactivated vaccine can lead to soreness, redness or swelling where the shot was given, as well as headache or fever ... If you get a high fever or have allergic reactions to it, which will come minutes to hours immediately after the vaccine, then you should call the student health clinic. (Gamecock Online, SC)
NSW cases of hepatitis A point finger at Victorian tomatoes Nov 10, 2009
Symptoms of hepatitis A, which include fever, nausea, poor appetite, abdominal discomfort, dark urine and jaundice, develop between two and and seven weeks after exposure. The disease is spread when traces of faecal matter containing the hepatitis A virus contaminate hands, objects, water or food and are then taken in by mouth. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
State: Influenza growth subsides Nov 10, 2009
Health officials warn flu remains widespread. CHEYENNE -- Although influenza activity remains higher in Wyoming than it has been in the past decade, the state Department of Health offered a sliver of encouraging news Monday. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Flood misery Nov 10, 2009
There is a lot of standing water around, after the floods, so there is potential for a dengue fever epidemic ... Initially we will only able to see acute patients - diarrhoea, injuries, upper respiratory infections, and possibly dengue fever. (BBC News -- Americas)
A look back in time: Using judgment Nov 9, 2009
Sore subject -- "JUST A LITTLE PEEVISH. "The editor of the Douglas Enterprise seems to be quite peevish because the Casper school board called off the Casper-Douglas High school foot ball game on account of a student in the Douglas schools being sick with the scarlet fever, and because the TRIBUNE advertised the fact 'to the world,' and the Enterprise takes a knock at us thiswise. "'... We do not believe there has been a year for the several past that Casper did not have one or more cases of the... (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Huckaby: Reminiscing about the sick days of yore Nov 8, 2009
Wednesday was a lying-on-the-couch-eating-chicken-soup-while-burning-up-with-a-fever sick day ... If I did have a high fever, she would put in a call to Dr. Mitchell and I would spend the rest of the morning in bed, with my face pressed against the window, waiting for Dr. Mitchell to come and give me a penicillin shot - "right in the but-tocks," as Forrest Gump would say ... Just aches and pains and chills and fever and phone calls from my lovely wife, Lisa, wanting to know when I'd feel like... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Out of Class Nov 8, 2009
2 percent, and it was all flu respiratory, fever, headaches ... Ive assessed many students that have met the criteria for flu a fever, with a cough or sore throat sent them home, and theyve come back well. (Forest Republican, WI)
Historic vote looms on Capitol Hill today Nov 8, 2009
An elderly man suffering from widespread colon cancer was recently admitted to the hospital with severe abdominal pain, fever and shortness of breath. The admitting physician was told by a Medicare reviewer that the patient did not really need hospitalization. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
The Parenting Place Nov 8, 2009
teacher1 wrote on May 12, 2009 4:52 PM:" It is extremely hard to know what is going on when they can't articulate what is wrong. and when they are sick and you can't do anything to help them--that is the absolute worst feeling in the world. we went through that last week. our little one was running a high fever--104--for about 4 days. took him to the doctor earlier in the week, even had bloodwork done, and everything came back normal. still running the fever. the doctor kept telling us it was a... (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Teachers using creative methods to deal with H1N1 Nov 8, 2009
Keep the child home for at least 24 hours after the fever breaks before sending them back to school. At Hullar s school, almost 20 percent of students were out sick at once recently. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
When to go to the ER for Swine Flu Nov 7, 2009
Not everyone has a fever when they have the flu. The CDC recommends that people with mild flu symptoms stay at home for at least 24 hours after their fever or signs of fever are gone (this is without using fever-reducing medications like Tylenol) ... Flu-like symptoms improve but then return with a fever and worse cough. (Suite101.com)
Warning issued on Sanger company's pet treats Nov 7, 2009
Pets with salmonella infections may become lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting. Some pets may only experience a decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. (Fresno Bee)
Walmart: Nobody Will Lose Job With H1N1 Nov 7, 2009
One worker, a 33-year-old mother of two, said her daughter woke up with a 103-degree fever, but she still went to work. "I had to go to work today," she said. (ABC News -- Business)
Public Health Receives H1N1 Vaccine Nov 7, 2009
Persons who develop signs of serious illness including difficulty breathing, confusion or lethargy, severe or persistent vomiting and improvement followed by a return of fever and worse cough should contact their doctor, Kelaita added. Protect yourself and the community by covering your cough, washing your hands frequently and staying home when you are sick. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
Wiesel slams tea partiers Nov 7, 2009
" In fact, daytime soap opera never recovered from "Dynasty," period. The failure of daytime to realize that its primetime imitator had ramped up the glamour and melodrama to classic Hollywood proportions is one reason for the slow decline and extinction of soaps over the past 15 years. Joan Collins had a tremendous cultural impact in "Dynasty" which has never been fully acknowledged. She instantly ended the drab, puritanical dress-for-success look that women had donned to enter the professions... (Salon)
Six Things You Need To Know About Contaminated Food Nov 7, 2009
But most people exposed to salmonellabacteria that originate in the feces of animals and humansdo develop diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps within 12 to 72 hours. If this happens, you should call a doctor, who might prescribe antibiotics or just tell you to drink lots of fluids. (Slate)
150 Years of Surgery in New France Nov 6, 2009
Blood was taken from the arm or elsewhere to reduce fever, or combat numerous illnesses. It was thought to be a purification process and was universally practiced up until the early 1800s. (Suite101.com)
Krejci quarantined Nov 6, 2009
The club said Krejci, their second leading scorer last season, will be kept away from the team until he has had no symptoms or fever for 24 hours. Chiarelli said the Bruins are taking precautions to try to protect others in the organization from the virus. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
Steps to take while waiting for H1N1 vaccine Nov 6, 2009
n Stay home when you are sick, and do not return to school or work until you have been fever-free without medication for at least 24 hours ... n Flu-like symptoms that improve but then return with fever and worse cough ... n Flu-like symptoms that improve but then return with fever and worse cough. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Is Wal-Mart's Sick Policy Spreading H1N1?Could Wal-Mart's policy contribute to H1N1's spread? Nov 6, 2009
Fiarello, who asked that her real name and location not be used, realized how rigid the convenience mecca could be after asking to be excused soon after her eight-hour shift began to pick up her daughter from school earlier this year because she had developed a 103-degree fever. "If an comes up like that, they penalize you for it," Fiarello said. (ABC News -- Business)
Africa: Drug Subsidy Key to Anti-Malaria Effort Nov 6, 2009
"The boy always runs a high fever and I know this is malaria. So we rely upon a local chemist where we purchase medicine. A dose for malaria costs approximately 60 Ksh ($0.80)," she recounts. From Ngaira's description, the medicine they give their son is not among the recommended ACTs, raising questions about its effectiveness especially if he catches a resistant strain of malaria. (allAfrica.com)
Q&A: Mike Tomlin Nov 6, 2009
A: He had an illness today, was actually running a fever, so we sent him to the docs. We didnt want him to deliver anything to anybody else. (SteelCitySports.com)
H1N1 outbreak notification policies vary by workplace Nov 6, 2009
Hospital staff members are instructed to stay home if they are experiencing flu-like symptoms such as fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, body aches, headache, chills and fatigue and are not to return to work until they have been without a fever for 24 hours without the use of fever reducers, Morrisey said. The key is not coming to work, Morrisey said. (The Herald-Mail Online)
Students' health symptoms are tracked Nov 6, 2009
Students' health symptoms are tracked. Students' health symptoms are tracked. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Editorial: Flu sense Nov 5, 2009
People should stay out of the hospital if they just have basic flu symptoms, which include a fever of 100-plus degrees, cough, sore throat, aches, chills, runny nose and sometimes vomiting and diarrhea. Going to the hospital without needing to risks spreading the virus unnecessarily. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
CCSD Not Panicking Over H1N1 Nov 5, 2009
Any child with a fever of 100 or more will be sent home. They are also being asked to not return to school until they have been fever free for 24 hours without the help of medicine. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Swine flu hits Yanomami Indians in the Amazon Nov 5, 2009
He said the victims had fever and coughing at first, and suffered complications from pneumonia ... The Yanomami often suffer from malaria and also have seen deaths in the past from outbreaks of illnesses such as measles, yellow fever and hepatitis. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Flu spikes absences at St. Francis Xavier School in Weymouth Nov 5, 2009
Symptoms of H1N1 include a fever of 100 ... She said that Stieb evaluated 35 students on Nov. 4, and of this amoun,t six children could not attend class because they had a fever ... If your child has influenza like symptoms, such as fever, cough, or a sore throat, your child must remain at home. (Weymouth News, MA)
Continue reading Nov 5, 2009
"I just came back from a really high fever that I had for two weeks, so I was kind of nervous about how I would do, but I am happy with how I did," said Wright. "Being sick really made me want to come back that much more, and the feeling of accomplishment when I finished was just great.". (Selma Enterprise, CA)
Top Health Official Vouches For Safety Of Swine Flu Vaccine Nov 5, 2009
FeverFatigueLack of appetiteCoughingRunny noseSore throatNauseaVomitingDiarrhea ... In children emergency warning signs that need urgent medical attention include: Fast breathing or trouble breathing Bluish skin color Not drinking enough fluids Not waking up or not interacting Being so irritable that the child does not want to be held Flu-like symptoms improve but then return with fever and worse cough Fever with a rash. (KWTX.com, TX)
Time to Fight Flu Nov 5, 2009
One of the major differences between colds vs. flu is that generally, someone with a cold tends not to run much fever, usually not exceeding 100 degrees. With flu, people usually spike high fevers: 101 degrees, 102, even higher ... If the person is generally in a weakened state from other disorders, they may not be able to mount a fever. (Suite101.com)
Swine Flu And What to Do in Schools Nov 5, 2009
Children, schoolteachers and staff who come down with flu should not return to school until they have been fever free or free of signs of fever for at least 24 hours ... 6) without the use of fever-reducing medications. (Fairfax Chronicle, VA)
Shots not yet available for schools Nov 5, 2009
Knowing that could possibly turn in to a respiratory (illness) quickly, which could in turn lead to a fever I was in turn being very cautious ... However only a few had a fever ... Others who were sent home did not have fevers but complained of other non-influenza symptoms, McGoodwin stated. (Marshfield Mariner, MA)
