Archive for April, 2009

Mexican Health Chief: Flu Cases Leveling Off – 170th Edition

Thursday, April 30th, 2009

Mexico’s top health official says the number of new swine flu cases is stabilizing in the nation at the epicenter of the outbreak.
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Worried About Flu And Kids? Here’s Some Advice – 169th Edition

Thursday, April 30th, 2009

The nation’s first swine flu death is tragic but health experts say not unexpected, and they advise parents to just take ordinary precautions.
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Should We Really Call It ‘Swine Flu’? – 168th Edition

Thursday, April 30th, 2009

People have gotten used to saying “swine flu.” But some say “Mexican flu” or “North American flu” are better terms. What do scientists say?
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Coaching Helps Women Check Breasts Well – 167th Edition

Thursday, April 30th, 2009

Women have been told to examine their breasts for lumps and changes, and researchers find that counseling helps them remember to do it correctly.
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AP Investigation: Mexico’s First Flu Death – 166th Edition

Thursday, April 30th, 2009

Doctors couldn’t figure out what was wrong with the first person to die of swine flu. The 39-year-old woman arrived at their hospital gasping for air, her hands and feet blue from oxygen-starved blood.
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Man Mauled By Mice In Nursing Home – 165th Edition

Thursday, April 30th, 2009

A bedridden 89-year-old man is attacked by mice at an Australian nursing home, prompting the government to launch an investigation into the facility.
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91 Swine Flu Cases And Counting In US – 164th Edition

Wednesday, April 29th, 2009

The swine flu spreads to 10 U.S. states, extending its global reach as the U.S. is hit with the first flu death outside of Mexico.
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Napolitano Asserts Strong Federal Flu Response – 163th Edition

Wednesday, April 29th, 2009

Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano said Wednesday that dealing with the swine flu virus will be “a marathon, not a sprint” and individual citizens have a responsibility to help.
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Quick Rinse Of Hands Won’t Stop Swine Flu – 162th Edition

Wednesday, April 29th, 2009

Health officials say that stopping disease by washing your hands means taking your time and doing it right.
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Texas Districts Close Because Of Swine Flu – 161th Edition

Wednesday, April 29th, 2009

Some school systems near San Antonio close their doors to try to stop the spread of swine flu.
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