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Should I Get The Swine Flu Vaccine?

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For mild influenza, symptom relief is similar to that for colds. Vaccines are available to prevent influenza (See section on Viral Influenza Vaccines).

Two classes of antiviral agents have been developed to treat both influenza A, B, or both: M2 inhibitors and neuraminidase inhibitors. The CDC recommended in January 2006 that the M2 inhibitors should no longer be used to treat flu during the 2005 2006 season because many strains of influenza A have become resistant to these drugs. In ...

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What is Swine Flu and other Frequently Asked Questions

What is swine flu?As its name suggest, swine flu is a type of flu virus that usually only affects pigs. Four different swine flu strains commonly circulate among pigs, and the animals get sick but... Read more »

Immunizations: Viral Influenza

Viral InfluenzaInfluenza, commonly called the flu, is always caused by a virus.Influenza, also known as the flu, is caused by a virus.There are different strains of influenza:Influenza A is the most... Read more »

Pneumonia: Prevention

...possible), and to practice good hygiene. [For detailed information see the In-Depth Report #94 Colds and influenza.]Good Hygiene and Preventing TransmissionColds and flus are spread primarily when... Read more »

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PreventionThe best way to prevent ear infections is to prevent colds and flu.Good Hygiene. Colds and flus are spread primarily when an infected person coughs or sneezes near someone else. A very... Read more »

Colds and the Flu: Complications

...susceptible to infection. Some experts believe that the rhinovirus may play a more significant role than the flu in causing lower respiratory infections in such people.Aggravation of Asthma.... Read more »

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