Update: Swine Influenza A (H1N1) Infections — California and Texas, April 2009 On April 21, 2009, CDC reported that two recent cases of febrile respiratory illness in children in southern California had been caused by infection with genetically similar swine influenza A (H1N1) viruses. The viruses contained a unique combination of gene segments that had not been reported previously amo...

OK, it’s April 26th and 1000’s of people have been infected in Mexico with the swine flu. 100’s are reported dead. Over 20 cases are now reported in the United States and it seems that most caught it and brought it back from Mexico. The real question is… If you are the President of the United States, what should you do? If you had the courage and fore  thought of a great l...

Influenza (commonly called the “flu”) is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. The information below describes common flu symptoms, how to protect yourself and those close to you from getting the flu, and what to do if you get sick with flu-like symptoms. See our stock pick of the week HERE Be Aware of Common Flu Symptoms Influenza usually starts suddenly and may includ...

Fact Sheet The single best way to prevent seasonal flu is to get vaccinated each year, but good health habits like covering your cough and washing your hands often can help stop the spread of germs and prevent respiratory illnesses like the flu. There also are flu antiviral drugs that can be used to treat and prevent the flu. See our stock pick of the week HERE Avoid close contact. Avoid close con...

Human cases of swine influenza A (H1N1) virus infection have been identified in the United States. Human cases of swine influenza A (H1N1) virus infection also have been identified internationally. The current U.S. case count is provided below. See our stock pick of the week HERE Investigations are ongoing to determine the source of the infection and whether additional people have been infected wi...