swine flu?
5 Responses to “swine flu?”
Comment from Foxxy
Time February 25, 2009 at 11:12 am
It’s a flu virus that you can get from pigs. There are around 11 cases reported in the US, but several reported in Mexico. Right now there’s no need for a health alarm, but it’s something to keep watch.
Comment from ⓄⓇⒺⓄ
Time February 27, 2009 at 3:24 am
its a mix of bird flu and swine flu. Normally you can only get swine flu from being around pigs, but it’s suddenly mutated and is now spreading from person to person. 1600 cases in mexico (well that was last night, i’m sure it’s gone up since then) 40 cases in the US, as well as cases in canada and switzerland, and suspected in lots of countries from new zeland to france.
Comment from jehovianwitness
Time February 28, 2009 at 10:37 am
so far 149 deaths reported in Mexico..
Comment from Kenny
Time March 1, 2009 at 12:53 am
It’s like the Conficker worm but for PEOPLE


Comment from Swine Flu Angel
Time February 23, 2009 at 3:03 pm
Relax my dear, the swine flu angel is here for you. Just calm down and take a deep breath. Relax. The swine flu began in Mexico, where thousands of people are infected and so far 81 deaths have been reported. The virus is spreading, however, people can stop it by staying safe and being smart. All you have to do is be safe and smart.
Only 20 cases have been reported in the US alone, and none of these people have died. This is good, and relieving right? Yes.. just think, there’s billions of us, and we can all stay safe. I have not heard of this virus spreading to Wisconsin, or another state so far. Please stay updated with your current news network/ or radio station.
Remember, if you somehow, unfortunately become infected with the virus, you cannot die. If you seek medical help on time, you can be treated and safe. The 20 people infected in the US, barely had any medical attention and are recovering at home. The only reason people in Mexico died, is because they do not have all the medicines and technology that we do here. Please relax..
I hope this warms your heart, and allows you to relax..
Feelings or symptoms to watch out for:
- diarrhea
- vomiting
- headache
- fatigue
- sneezing
- coughing
- sore throat
- body aches and pains
- fever
These are only a few of the symptoms.. and yes, they are also really the same ones as the common cold, seasonal flu and regular flu. If you feel like you have one of these symptoms, do not panic. Keep yourself healthy and at home. However, if these symptoms get worse, then maybe you can consider heading to a local clinic/hospital (but do not panic..).
Things you can do at home or to be safe:
- carry around hand sanitizer
- clean your house as much as you can (spray lysol disinfectant spray-or other brand/spray on doorknobs, your bathroom, your yard, kitchen, bedrooms, mailboxes, etc. anywhere that you will most likely touch).
- wear a mask or gloves for further protection.
- wash your hands often, at least 5-6 times a day or more.
- avoid sick people, avoid sneezes or coughs.
- avoid large crowds, like malls or schools or busy streets.
- shower, brush your teeth, practice good hygiene.