Should we be scared of the Swine Flu, H1N1?

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"All countries should immediately now activate their pandemic preparedness plans," Chan said. "The biggest question right now is how severe the pandemic might be." -Margaret Chan, WHO


Where does that virus come from? Apparently the bird strain of the virus and the swine combined in Mexico. Is there a vaccine for the swine flu? Are we in danger? Swine Flu Prevention tips. Read the posts to find out more information. Here is a map to track the virus

Tuesday, April 28, 2009

Swine flu prompts California "state of emergency"

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger on Tuesday declared a "state of emergency" for the state over an outbreak of the swine flu that has killed 149 people in Mexico.

So far state and local officials have confirmed 13 cases of the swine flu in California. None has been fatal, although Los Angeles County Coroner's officials were investigating two deaths as possibly related to the disease. ...more



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