Health and Fitness File 12-31 Jan 7, 2009
Residents should check other locations for adult flu and pneumonia vaccines for ages 9 and older (for more information, call (800) 688-4950 or (262) 763-4930). Jan. 14, Western Racine County Health Department, 156 E. State St., Burlington, 4-6 p.m.. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
China to prevent bird flu outbreak after teenager dies Jan 7, 2009
China moves to prevent bird flu outbreak after teenager dies_English_Xinhua. China moves to prevent bird flu outbreak after teenager dies ... BEIJING, Jan. 7 (Xinhua) -- Beijing has banned live poultry from other parts of the country from entering the city, two days after a 19-year-old woman died of bird flu. (Xinhuanet, China)
Roche's Tamiflu Unlikely to Thwart Influenza Strain in Europe, Report Says Jan 7, 2009
Tamiflu Is Unlikely to Thwart Flu Strain in Europe, Report Says ... Jan. 7 (Bloomberg) -- Tamiflu is unlikely to stop one of the three most-common seasonal flu strains circulating in North America and Europe this winter, with studies showing more than 90 percent resistance to 's drug ... Since the emergence of a Tamiflu-evading variant of the H1N1 flu virus was reported to the World Health Organization by Norway a year ago, the bug has been found in more than 50 countries. (Bloomberg -- Europe)
The Not-So-Loony Bin Jan 7, 2009
Even Google can't cure the flu. Zachary F. Meisel | Dec. 12, 2008. (Slate)
Handsomest Surgeon General Ever? Jan 7, 2009
As a TV presence, Gupta is confident and not too slick, with a common touch and a healthy blandnessthe equivalent of the warm bedside manner he described to People upon being named one of its Sexiest Men Alive in 2003: "A recent study said that most doctors interrupt their patients within 11 seconds. I don't, I think I'm an emotional doctor." People also ventured that Gupta is "so sexy that he makes you forget he's reporting on the flu, SARS or pesticide levels in farmed salmon," and that... (Slate)
Genetic mutation causes familial susceptibility for degenerative brain disease Jan 7, 2009
Researchers investigated cases where otherwise healthy children developed ANE soon after contracting common childhood infections like influenza A or parainfluenza ... The disease is known for causing neurologic injury in children following common infections, like flu. (EurekAlert!)
Avoiding Holiday Health Struggles Jan 6, 2009
Plus, staying hydrated during the dry, cold winter months is crucial for fighting off holiday-wrecking flu bugs. Find fitness in the snow. (Pekin Times, IL)
Rowell says Nelson's job is safe Jan 6, 2009
Rowell says Nelson's job is safe. Article:Rowell says Nelson's job is safe:/c/a/2009/01/05/SP22153U8F.DTL Article:Rowell says Nelson's job is safe:/c/a/2009/01/05/SP22153U8F.DTL. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Marriage and Longevity Jan 6, 2009
This could be interpreted as having someone to bring you a hot drink when you are down with the flu as well as having someone who over-rules your protests and takes you to hospital when you insist that the chest ache you have suddenly developed is just a muscle cramp. Companionship or Sex. (Suite101.com)
Bird Flu: Culling to be over soon Jan 6, 2009
The additional district magistrate, Jalpaiguri Mr N G Hira also said that culling would be completed by tomorrow in the avian flu affected Rajganj block of the district. Satisfied with the anti-bird flu operation, the Darjeeling DM said that around 7,000 birds had been culled by this evening ... "A few traders have expressed reservation over not being provided with any official papers in support of the culling operation. But we have told them that the operation is being conducted as per the... (The Statesman)
Governor's allies vanish; impeachment vote nears Jan 6, 2009
5 million on foreign flu vaccine that couldn't be brought into the country. His attorney generally hasn't challenged the allegations. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
China confirms woman died of bird flu in Beijing Jan 6, 2009
A 19-year-old woman has died of the H5N1 bird flu virus in Beijing after coming into contact with poultry, health authorities in Beijing and Hong Kong said on Tuesday ... With the world's biggest poultry population and hundreds of millions of farmers raising birds in their backyards, China is seen as crucial in the global fight against bird flu ... Beijing has reported the case to the World Health Organisation and health authorities in Hong Kong and Macau, and convened an emergency meeting to... (International Herald Tribune -- Technology)
Blood center planning events to attract donors Jan 6, 2009
Donors should be in good health with no cold or flu systems, and must eat well prior to donation, drink fluids, and present photo identification at the time of the donation. For more information or to schedule an appointment online, visit. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Health and global warming Jan 6, 2009
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 5 percent to 20 percent of the U.S. population gets the flu each year ... But imagine if, in addition to colds and flus, American health providers were confronted with widespread outbreaks of malaria or other diseases that could spread due to global warming. (Albany Times Union)
Travolta, Preston share pain over son's death Jan 6, 2009
In 2003, Kelly Preston told Montel Williams that when Jett was 2, he became ill with flu symptoms, including fever, rashes and swollen lymph nodes, before a doctor diagnosed him with Kawasaki disease. Echoing her husband's comments, Preston blamed chemicals in household cleaners and pesticides for attacking her son's immune system, triggering the condition. (CNN -- US)
Miss Ireland upstages lady in red Jan 6, 2009
A woman suspected of being infected with bird flu has died in Beijing, the local health bureau said today. It would be the first bird flu death in the country in almost a year. (Yahoo News -- Beauty Pageants)
China says "suspected" bird flu patient dies Jan 6, 2009
Reuters AlertNet - China says "suspected" bird flu patient dies ... China says "suspected" bird flu patient dies 06 Jan 2009 08:12:49 GMT Source: Reuters ... BEIJING, Jan 6 (Reuters) - A woman suspected of being infected with bird flu has died in Beijing, the local health bureau said on Tuesday of what would be the first bird flu death in the country in almost a year. (AlertNet)
First SD flu death reported Jan 6, 2009
Posted: Tuesday, January 06, 2009 PIERRE, S.D. (AP) -- South Dakota's first flu-associated death of the season has been reported, the state Health Department said Monday ... The department said the person had influenza A and other chronic health conditions ... State Epidemiologist Dr. Lon Kightlinger said the flu season has started slowly but that the death is a reminder of how serious the disease can be. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Flu bug officially arrives in Missoula County Jan 6, 2009
Missoula County officially has the flu ... The Missoula County case is now one of seven statewide, and most appear to be the same strain of flu ... Health officials said testing for flu has increased dramatically over the past few weeks, as more and more people come down with flu-like symptoms. (The Missoulian)
Fewer than 1 in 10 gives blood Jan 6, 2009
Its also the season when severe weather in parts of the country and colds and flu prevents many regular donors from giving. Our donors come in all shapes, sizes and ages. (Clanton Advertiser)
Human Antibodies Take 'Evolutionary Leaps' Jan 6, 2009
5, 2009) With cold and flu season in full swing, the fact that viruses and bacteria rapidly evolve is apparent with every sneeze, sniffle, and cough ... 20, 2004) Researchers at the University of Rochester have identified a protein in the immune system that appears to play a crucial role in protecting against deadly forms of influenza, and may be particularly ... (July 17, 2008) Researchers are reporting an advance in the quest for a fast, sensitive test to detect flu viruses -- one that... (Science Daily)
First flu case in La Crosse recorded Jan 6, 2009
Happy New Year the flu is here. Franciscan Skemp has reported La Crosse s first influenza case, confirmed Monday by the Wisconsin State Laboratory of Hygiene ... The flu season has officially started, said Mary Jo Stokes, Franciscan Skemp infection prevention specialist. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Nine for ’09 Jan 6, 2009
A flu bug hits the Viterbo women s basketball team in February, leaving five healthy players. Coach Bobbi Vandenberg asks area hockey coaches for tips on running a 1-4 forechecking system. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
New trailer outfitted to help in emergency Jan 6, 2009
The trailer was purchased through a Pandemic Flu Grant through the Center For Emergency Response and Terrorism at a cost of 11,565. There is another trailer in Washington County. (Park Hills Daily Journal, MO)
Company seeks approval for nasal spray flu vaccine Jan 6, 2009
LONDON Drugmaker AstraZeneca submitted a new drug application with European Union authorities to market a nasal spray vaccine against the flu, the company said Tuesday ... "Influenza creates a heavy medical and economic burden on Europe and throughout the world, and we are hopeful that the future availability and product characteristics of this novel nasal spray influenza vaccine will contribute to an increase in vaccination rates and reduce the spread of influenza around the world," said Dr.... (Yahoo News -- Pharmaceutical Industry News)
Australia surrounded by SARS, bird flu 'ring of fire' Jan 6, 2009
Australia surrounded by SARS, bird flu 'ring of fire ... AUSTRALIA risks being caught unawares by outbreaks of SARS, bird flu and other diseases in what a study describes as a "ring of fire" of disease hotspots. (Courier Mail)
ACHS wrestlers take 3rd in Court House Classic tourney Jan 6, 2009
Adam Williams moved up from 189 to 215 to help the Raiders who were depleted by the flu and had a good showing staying close in all his matches ... The Raiders will take a Christmas break and start up again with a home match against Rustburg and Fluvanna on Jan. 7. (Appomattox Times Virginian, VA)
Herd "Limps" Into C-USA Play At Memphis Wed. Jan 6, 2009
A bout of the flu made its way through the team, and even Jones fought a sinus infection while the Herd was picking up a road win at Boston University. Just before Christmas, Humphrey was re-injured when he suffered a deep bone bruise, again in his left foot and was forced to leave the loss with about six minutes left, leaving the Herd to go nine minutes without scoring in a 62-50 loss in a game that was 40-40 with 12 minutes to play. (Goherd.com)
Richt summarizes '08 season Jan 6, 2009
When you digest a flu virus, thats not just an excuse when you cant get out of bed for a couple of days. I had said a couple of month ago that if this season didn t totally collapse with all those players going down, an objective observer would consider that a very good job of coaching. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Airport test to stop arrival of Sars and flu 'pointless' Jan 6, 2009
Airport test to stop arrival of Sars and flu 'pointless ... Screening for flu or Sars at UK airports to try to stop a pandemic taking hold in Britain will not work, warns an article in this week's British Medical Journal ... Many people could be incubating the infection when tested but not show positive results because flight times are not long enough to allow flu or Sars to develop to the point of detection. (Yahoo News -- SARS)
Sars patients can provide therapy Jan 6, 2009
Scientists are currently working on a vaccine, but there is still no good treatment for the disease, which is caused by a virus related to those that cause flu. The new approach, dubbed passive immune therapy, uses the immune cells of patients who have successfully fought off the disease. (Yahoo News -- SARS)
(More)A spontaneous scare Jan 6, 2009
OHIO Paul Swanson s eyes fluttered open ... Then we thought maybe he was coming down with the flu or something ... It wasn t the flu, and Paul s condition wasn t improving. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Suspected bird flu patient in Beijing dies Jan 6, 2009
BEIJING, Jan. 6 (Xinhua) -- A suspected bird flu patient in Beijing has died, local health bureau said Tuesday ... An emergency meeting was convened in Beijing on Monday evening to handle the bird flu case ... Beijing has started bird flu prevention and control measures, including disinfecting and isolating the patient's house and wards she had used and closely monitoring further cases by medical institutions at all levels. (Xinhuanet, China)
2.4m off as flu epidemic bites Jan 6, 2009
4m off as flu epidemic bites ... My surgery has been full of flu and vomiting bugs ... Flu symptoms include high fever, aches and pains, sore throat, runny nose and lack of energy. (The Sun)
AM Peter Black calls for life-prolonging drugs to be made ... Jan 6, 2009
HOSPITALS and GP surgeries across Wales are bracing themselves for a massive influx of patients struck down by winter flu, as freezing temperatures look set to grip the country until the weekend. A TORY government would offer a 4. (WalesOnline)
Woman in Beijing dies of suspected bird flu: state media Jan 6, 2009
BEIJING (AFP) - A woman in the Chinese capital has died of suspected bird flu, the official Xinhua news agency reported on Tuesday, citing local health authorities ... If confirmed, it would be the first reported bird flu death in China since February last year. (Yahoo! Asia News)
A Healthy Proposal Jan 5, 2009
Kelenna Azubuike had the flu Sunday and did not practice. Rookie Rob Kurz also sat out practice after aggravating a sore right knee. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Gazan conflict dominates papers Jan 5, 2009
The paper also says that flu and winter vomiting outbreaks are expected to hit schools and businesses. Economic initiatives. (BBC News -- UK)
Bird Flu Virus in Poultry Resurface... Jan 5, 2009
Bird Flu Virus in Poultry Resurfaces: Threat of a Human Pandemic Reappears in December 2008 ... Bird Flu Virus in Poultry Resurfaces ... Bird Flu Virus in Poultry Resurfaces. (Suite101.com)
Bird flu spreads to Hills, culling begins Jan 5, 2009
DARJEELING: A day after culling operations began at Matigara near Siliguri, bird flu spread to the Hills, with officials confirming an outbreak of the dreaded poultry disease at Pubung, about 30 km from Darjeeling. Culling operations began on Sunday. (Times of India)
Fewer Deaths With Preventive Antibiotic Use Jan 5, 2009
New flu tests can diagnose the flu in as little as 30 minutes, to cut down on needless antibiotic use, which can build up resistance and make some. . (Science Daily)
Health briefs for Jan. 4 Jan 5, 2009
" People with celiac disease/gluten intolerance cannot eat wheat, barley or rye and must maintain a gluten-free diet. Call (858) 278-1413, or visit . There will be attendee-provided gluten-free snacks.Parkinson's group to meet in VistaVISTA ---- The North County Parkinson's Support Group meets at 10 a.m. Jan. 14 at the Gloria McClellan Senior Center, 1400 Vale Terrace Drive. Topic is issues facing those living with Parkinson's disease. Call (760) 940-2763.Educational workshop for long distance... (North County Times)
High School Wrestling Notebook: Five teams will fight for WCCA team title (Today) Jan 5, 2009
"We had two starters out with injuries and two others were out with the flu. We only entered 11 kids and seven placed. I'm very pleased with our effort.". Central Dauphin claimed its second consecutive team title by accumulating 206. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Winter flu and vomiting bug set to overwhelm firms and schools Jan 5, 2009
Flu sufferers are likely to give work a miss. Flu and winter vomiting outbreaks will make this a 'rollercoaster' week for the Health Service, experts said yesterday ... Flu cases are up 73 per cent on last year, making the outbreak as serious as that of 1999/2000, when more than 22,000 died. (Daily Mail)
Scientists map epidemic trigger zones Jan 5, 2009
"We're in the front line for outbreaks of diseases like SARS, bird flu, Nipah virus, enterovirus 71 and chikungunya - which infect both people and animals. Such diseases are most likely to emerge in our region," Prowse said ... "We've developed an 'earthquake zone' map for emerging diseases. It shows which countries are most likely to be on the frontline of an emerging pandemic. We now have a way to predict the places from where the next HIV, SARS or avian influenza is likely to emerge," Daszak... (Times of India)
Feed the Immune System for the Cold and Flu Season Jan 4, 2009
The immune system, when exposed to new flu and cold viruses, learns to recognized and react to seasonal strains of the invaders ... This is why the Center for Disease Control makes yearly changes to the flu vaccine, hoping to predict which bugs will arrive in the U.S. on a seasonal basis ... A flu vaccine may help during cold and flu season, but there's no guarantee for full protection. (Pekin Times, IL)
Architect had designs on San Francisco Jan 4, 2009
Polk, who enjoyed a drink and bragged that he never exercised, caught the flu, had what The Chronicle called "a general breakdown," and died of a heart attack in September 1924 while a patient at Park Sanitarium ... Known for: Fluid, complex spaces, indoor and outdoor courtyards, elegant compositions and a whimsical blending of architectural styles ... Signature Style is a series profiling architects and builders who influenced the look of Bay Area neighborhoods but who may not have been... (San Francisco Chronicle)
Science shield for terror Jan 4, 2009
The minister exhorted the scientists to help us address the main challenges we face as a nation and as a planet too; tackle and adapt to climate change, ensure security against international terrorism, satiate the needs of a rising population for food, water and other natural resources and combat the impact of human diseases such as pandemic influenza, bird flu and animal diseases such as foot and mouth and blue tongue. Sibal touched on several other issues including his ministrys efforts to... (Calcutta Telegraph)
Internet Searches Signal Health Alert Jan 4, 2009
According to Goodle Flu Trends, more Texans are suffering from flu like symptoms than people in other states ... It now ranks Texas as one of ten states with moderate levels of flu activity ... Since mid-October, Primacare's 11 North Texas Clinics have seen 31 positive flu tests. (MSNBC)
Healthcare gets a booster dose Jan 4, 2009
The year saw positive developments in arresting HIV/AIDS trends, a big push to the pulse polio vaccination programme, increased campaigns for creating awareness on lifestyle diseases and better management of intervention programmes in infections such as dengue, bird flu, among others. The direction has been positive so far, but a far greater commitment needs to be shown by state governments and key stakeholders to improve the health of the people. (India Times)
The vote counting almost done in Minnesota Jan 4, 2009
Practically though, I believe Scallia has profound influence over Thomas, and also intimidates the living hell out of Thomas although Thomas will never say so ... A lot of Gergians in a state which has never achieved better than 46th in SAT scores because its public school system is horrible, despite some specific instances of decent schools, unfortunately almost uniformly in affluent neighborhoods ... I understand why a vet dumb enough to think Tamiflu has any relationship to antiviral therapy... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Study: Grazers help spread plant disease Jan 4, 2009
We usually think of a disease and its host as very tightly coupled, like a flu virus that infects humans, said Elizabeth Borer, an assistant professor of zoology at OSU. But in natural ecosystems we re finding it s not nearly that simple, and to understand how plant pathogens work we have to consider the entire food web and many plant/animal interactions of which we are barely aware. The work is of particular importance, researchers said, because so many elements of ecosystems are undergoing... (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Put diet on hold to avoid the flu, says study Jan 3, 2009
Keep off dieting' to avoid flu ... Dieting at this time of year could impair your body's ability to fight the flu virus, a study warns ... Flu cases in England and Wales are currently approaching a nine-year high. (BBC News)
Flu clinic set for Jan. 8 Jan 3, 2009
Public health nurse Eileen Scotti will conduct a flu clinic from 7 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 8, at St. Mary s Parish Center, 5 Edward Foster Road, Scituate. The clinic will be open to all Scituate residents age 18 or older. (Scituate Mariner, MA)
Everest mobile call effort begins Jan 3, 2009
Keep off dieting' to avoid flu. Superscraper nears date with destiny. (Yahoo News -- Wireless Technology)
Kentucky scoops up Liberty Bowl win vs. ECU Jan 3, 2009
Brooks said he had been sick with the flu and praised his performance. Pinkney finished 18-of-36 for 297 yards for East Carolina, most of it going to Davon Drew and Darryl Freeney. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Sick time policy crucial for small businesses Jan 3, 2009
NEW YORK - At the checkout counter of a Manhattan office supply store, there is a rack stocked with disinfectant spray, throat lozenges, tissues and Vitamin C supplements reminders to small business owners that a new season, the flu season, is upon us. Flu season inevitably means employee absences. (MSNBC -- Business)
Flu resistance causes concern Jan 3, 2009
What might be an emerging strain of flu resistant to the anti-viral drug Tamiflu could affect plans to respond to a bigger flu pandemic, one flu expert said. In its last national flu report for the week ending Dec. 20, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention noted that 64 of 65 samples of the influenza A H1N1 strain were resistant to oseltamivir, marketed as Tamiflu ... Dr. James A. Wilde of Medical College of Georgia, who sits on a statewide planning committee for pandemic flu, said he... (The Augusta Chronicle)
You're Never too Old for a Flu Shot Jan 3, 2009
TUESDAY, Dec. 2 (HealthDay News) -- If you're over 65, getting a flu shot every year could cut your risk of dying from flu in half, research suggests. And, even if the vaccine isn't always a perfect match for the strains circulating in any given year, a recent New England Journal of Medicine study that included 10 flu seasons' worth of data also found that an annual vaccine decreases by one-third the risk of hospitalization due to flu complications ... "Most people feel that influenza is a mild... (MEDLINEplus)
Nine for ’09 Jan 3, 2009
A flu bug hits the Viterbo women s basketball team in February, leaving five healthy players. Coach Bobbi Vandenberg asks area hockey coaches for tips on running a 1-4 forechecking system. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Leaving a legacy Jan 3, 2009
Over the years, his department has become increasingly responsible for a variety of community health care programs, including home health visits, newborn health care, immunizations and flu shots. There comes a time when you have to turn it over to younger people, McMurtrey said. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Hudson's Open Door to free health care Jan 3, 2009
That may have been a result of the holiday season, more people signing up for state health insurance, or the absence of flu and other illnesses. "We haven't seen any big bugs yet this year," said Monaghan, who has been with Open Door since its inception. (Hudson Sun, MA)
‘Flu fatigue' sets in among scientists after global spread of virus slows Jan 3, 2009
com: Flu fatigue' sets in among scientists after global spread of virus slows ... Flu fatigue' sets in among scientists after global spread of virus slows ... TORONTO Five years after the avian influenza strain H5N1 started killing poultry and people in Southeast Asia, researchers still don't know what to make of the dangerous and unpredictable virus. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Sports Year in Review Jan 3, 2009
There were some notable events in Bethel in 2008, particularly the completion of the new addition to Bethel High School, a flu epidemic triage exercise, the establishment of an Emergency Medical Services Commission and paid EMT plan to supplement the staffing at the town's two volunteer fire departments; Saint Mary School's earning a coveted Blue Ribbon School designation; and a highly contested race for the 2nd District General Assembly seat. Here is a review of the important stories that were... (Bethel Beacon, CT)
Blood, bone marrow drive set for Sunday Jan 3, 2009
" Call (760) 940-2763.Caregivers group to begin meeting Jan. 7ESCONDIDO ---- The Elizabeth Hospice offers a free, ongoing support group for caregivers from 5:30-7 p.m. the first Wednesday of every month, starting Jan. 7, at the Center for Compassionate Care, 930 Canterbury Place. Finding time for positive, nurturing conversations with others in similar circumstances can help caregivers cope with their emotions. Call (760) 737-2050 and visit to learn about other hospice care programs.Parkinson's... (North County Times)
