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Avian Flu Is A Potential Pandemic

Will the avian flu cause a disaster similar to the Spanish flu of 1918 that killed more than fifty million people in the world?

Avian flu or avian influenza is spreading at an alarming rate and it is believed that if it continues its flight, it has the potential to cause another major pandemic around the world. This time, it is estimated that up to one hundred and fifty million people may die.

Avian flu is a disease caused by a specific type of avian or bird influenza virus. Scientists have discovered that there are fifteen types of avian flu viruses that affect the bird populace. The current outbreak of avian flu is caused by the H5N1 virus.

Although the avian flu virus is supposed to be typically affecting the birds, the nature of this flu virus is that it can mutate and transfer from one species to another. The avian flu virus that has been killing birds previously is now affecting human beings too. Those people who have been affected contacted the disease because they were unhygienic in handling infected poultry.

The H5N1 virus has been found to be highly contagious and it can be transmitted to human beings through the contact of excretal or nasal secretions from infected birds. In addition, if the avian flu mutates and joins with a human flu virus, it will be transmitted easily from one person to another. If not detected and treated early, it can become fatal. The deadly avian flu virus is highly infectious and if it spreads rapidly, it will cause rapid fatalities to the human species.

This virus was first discovered in Hong Kong in 1997. It was spread by infected migratory birds such as wild ducks, swallows and wild geese to domesticated fowls like chicken, ducks, geese, turkeys and eventually affecting human beings too. A number of countries have confirmed human deaths due to avian flu and the figures have been constantly on the rise. Apparently, the avian flu virus has infected several hundred people and killing at least one hundred and fifty of them. It has also spread to a number of other countries such as Cambodia, mainland China, Indonesia, Thailand, and Vietnam.

The lethal H5N1 virus has caused the death or culling of an estimated two hundred million birds over a widespread of countries such as Cambodia, China (including Hong Kong), Indonesia, Kazakhstan, Lao People’s Democratic Republic, Thailand, Malaysia, Mongolia, Romania, Russia, Turkey and Vietnam.

When infected with the pathogenic H5N1 virus, the birds may develop severe sicknesses such as respiratory diseases and they usually die within the same day. Other telltale symptoms are loss of appetite, diarrhea, nervousness and depression as well as a reduction in egg production and ruffled feathers.

As prevention is the best cure, the precautionary measures initiated by the various affected countries helps in curbing aggravation.

At poultry farms, once a bird is infected, it must be culled immediately and the others properly vaccinated. While the owners are to routinely send randomly selected birds to the nearest avian lab for thorough check-ups, all of their workers must be properly covered when handling the fowls so as to avoid any direct contacts with infected birds.

It is believed that the avian flu virus cannot survive in temperatures above 100C. As such, all poultry products must be cooked thoroughly and properly. In addition, it is important to wash one’s hands with soap and hot water before food preparation and meals or after coming in contact with raw poultry products.

Although two drugs, Tamiflu (oseltamivir) and Relenza (zanamivir) are found to be effective against the deadly avian flu virus if taken within forty-eight of occurrence of first symptoms, no preventive drugs has yet been discovered against the H5N1 virus.

Avian flu infection in human beings portrays common flu symptoms such as cough, fever, headache, sore throat and muscle aches or pains. These may then progress to life threatening complications such as severe chest pains, breathing difficulties, respiratory failure and viral pneumonia. However, at times, the only symptom that an affected person has is an eye infection such as conjunctivitis, which can be mistaken to be ordinary sore eyes. As such, there may be misconceptions on whether the person has ordinary flu or the life-threatening avian flu.

The avian flu is certainly a potential pandemic threat to humanity and has to be addressed globally. As prevention has always been the best cure, the temporary solution is to maintain a healthy and hygienic lifestyle all the time.

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The 2009 swine flu vs Spanish Flu pandemic of 1918?

French lady with Spanish Flu Photo Mugs An unfortunate French lady suffering from Spanish Flu at the time of the Armistice at the end of World War One. She huddles in her armchair in her pyjamas, with cushions and pillows, and a fur round her neck. The influenza pandemic, known as Spanish Flu or La Grippe, killed millions of people throughout the world in 1918 and 1919. ….

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What is Spanish influenza?

I already searched it on google but all I keep getting is information about the epidemic in 1918, which is great since that is what I’m studying, but I really need an actual definition of Spanish flu. Can anyone give me one?
Seriously? It’s just normal flu?
Seriously? It’s just normal flu?

Spanish Flu was the name given to the 1918 influenza pandemic that killed over 40 million people worldwide. It was (incorrectly) believed at the time that the illness had originated in Spain - hence the name. The virus itself was of avian influenza origin and this is why we are so worried about the present H5N1 bird flu that is circulating in severval countries. Many think that another pandemic will occur once (and if) this virus begins to transmit between humans like normal flu.

So the Spanish flu was NOT normal flu.

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Trying to find the title of this movie?

It's about a group making the flu vaccine and there is an outbreak of new strain that is similar to the epidemic of 1918. Clearly remember one scene - the woman in the group shot trying to persuade religious leaders (in Siberia?) for them to exhume the bodies from 1918 to try to get a sample of the virus. Anyone know what this film can be? Any help is greatly appreciated. I saw several years ago. I do not think it was a documentary.

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Is war a level 5 biohazzard threat?

The flu pandemic of 18 lest we forget the gasses that contaminated the earth used to kill other humans (certain ones not all)) that were used during WW1 what was it 40 million?

We should make war illegal, right behind dictators that are suffering from malignant necrophilia, and religious fanatics that will kill innocent persons at God’s or Allah’s bidding. Just as soon as we absolutely irradicate incidents like the Twin Towers, you remember them don’t you, we should outlaw war, along with hate and all forms of violence. When you figure out how to do that, let me know.

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Pandemic 1918

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the 1918 spanish flu pandemic killed 50 million. was that more than world war 1 and two combined?

i think it might be!!!

About 70 million people died in the combibned world wars:-

Casualties in WW1

Germany 1,800,000
Soviet Union 1,700,000
France 1,385,000
Austria 1,200,000
Great Britain 947,000
Japan 800,000
Romania 750,000
Serbia 708,000
Italy 460,000
Turkey 325,000
Belgium 267,000
Greece 230,000
USA 137,000
Portugal 100,000
Canada 69,000
Bulgaria 88,000
Montenegro 50,000
TOTAL 11,016,000

Casualties in WW2

Soviet Union 25,568,000
China 11,324,000
Germany 7,060,000
Poland 6,850,000
Japan 1,806,000
Yugoslavia 1,700,000
Romania 985,000
France 810,000
Greece 520,000
USA 495,000
Austria 480,000
Italy 410,000
Great Britain 388,000
Holland 250,000
Belgium 85,000
Finland 79,000
Canada 42,000
India 36,000
Australia 29,000
Albania 28,000
Spain 22,000
Bulgaria 21,000
New Zealand 12,000
Norway 10,000
South Africa 9,000
Luxembourg 5,000
Denmark 4,000
TOTAL 59,028,000

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Mesothelioma - Is Cancer Hibernating in You?

Imagine a disease that lays eggs inside your lungs. These eggs
do not produce discomfort or coughing, they don’t cause
outbreaks or rashes or anything of the sort. In fact these eggs
don’t do anything except sit in your lungs and germinate for 30
to 40 years. After this time you begin to have a slight cough, a
fever, maybe some cold sweats. You write it off as the flu and
continue as usual until it goes away. 3 weeks later the flu is
back but this time you’re coughing up blood. You visit your
doctor and hope he can prescribe something to kick this crazy
flu. Your doctor runs a few tests and sends you home. A week
later your brought into his office and he lays the devastating
news on you…you have Mesothelioma a cancer of the lungs.

This is the reality for roughly 2000 men and women residing here
in the United States every year. These are people who often time
have lead healthy lives. In the article, “Mesothelioma Victims -
Survival Stories” Kathleen writes:

“At 42, I never thought that I would be facing a terminal
illness, especially one relating to the lungs. I’ve never smoked
and have lead a relatively healthy life. I have two beautiful
daughters who will be heading to college soon - and I may not be
alive to see their graduation.”

The primary cause of mesothelioma cancer is linked to exposure
to asbestos fibers which are breathed into the lungs or
swallowed. Asbestos is a material that was used heavily for many
years in hundreds of products. Asbestos was primarily used due
to the fact that it is strong, resists fire and corrosion, and
has very effective properties for insulation.

In modern day, asbestos has many uses such as thermal pipe and
boiler insulation, floor coverings, ceiling tiles, spray-applied
fire proofing and sound proofing, roofing materials and
“transite” pipe and sheeting. Though major public use was
discontinued in the late 70s, asbestos continues to be a
material used in countries outside of the U.S., and due to the
fact that we trade for many of these countries goods it is
necessary that we educate ourselves as to the materials used in
production of the products and items we use daily.

Many more cases of mesothelioma, due to asbestos exposure, are
beginning to surface today. First, because our understanding and
ability to recognize the disease has increased by leaps and
bounds over the years, and second, because this particular
cancer lays dormant within the carriers system for 30 to 40
years. With the widespread use of asbestos during the 20th
century we are starting to see the consequences of exposure to
this toxic material.

Due to the fact that asbestos was in heavy concentration in the
industrial and building trades during the mid 1900s, most
carriers of mesothelioma cancer are men who where working around
asbestos during that time. However, mesothelioma has been
reported not only in cases of direct exposure, but also
indirect, such as the families of these men, as they often
returned home with asbestos fibers on their clothing. Even in
today’s day and age where asbestos has been all but removed from
our lives, it is still possible to be diagnosed with
mesothelioma as cases of this cancer have been diagnosed without
the presence of asbestos exposure.

It is also important to note that smokers who have been exposed
to asbestos carry a far greater risk of mesothelioma. Some
figures suggest as much as 3 times the percentage of a
non-smoker with the same level of exposure. If you feel that you
have been exposed to asbestos set an appointment with your
physician to go over your chances of mesothelioma developing.
The best thing a mesothelioma patient can do is to detect the
presence of this disease early on, as it will increase your
chances considerably.

To find out the symptoms of mesothelioma and get more
information about this deadly form of respiratory cancer visit:
Mesotheliom
a Cancer

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news worthy articles focused on providing the public with
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A Global Concern Called Bird Flu Outbreak

In the 1330s, the bubonic plague killed millions of people. Transmitted by rats, the disease originated from China. It later spread to Europe when merchants came back from their long voyage from China. The disease was also spread by fleas that when passed on to humans, became fatal. The bubonic plague continued for years and took the lives of millions of people.

Seven centuries later, a new disease is threatening to kill many if precautions are not made. This new disease is avian influenza, more commonly known as bird flu. Instead of rodents, birds transmit this disease to humans. Birds carry the bird flu virus in their intestines when they migrate for the winter. The virus, which does not affect the carriers, is deadly to those who come in contact with birds carrying the virus. When chickens, birds or geese come in contact with a bird carrying the virus through the bird’s saliva, nasal secretions or feces, they can become infected, fall ill and die in 48 hours.

Humans infected with bird flu have symptoms similar to symptoms of human influenza: fever, sore throat or muscle pain. Because of this similarity, it is easy to mistakenly diagnose an actual bird flu as human influenza. However, humans infected with avian flu would have worse symptoms - eye infections and respiratory problems that could become life threatening.
Influenza in pandemic proportions is recorded to have happened three times during the 20th century. The Spanish Flu of 1918, the Asian Flu of 1957 and the Hong Kong Flu of 1968 claimed at least 20 million people worldwide.

It’s important to mention that humans will not usually get bird flu unless they have been in close contact with infected poultry. Since the number of people that has been infected with the disease is still low and confined to a few children and adults, there is no serious cause of alarm yet. However, scientists and the health community are concerned that the disease, which usually affects poultry livestock, may evolve into something that will adversely affect humans. In some scenarios, the bird flu virus may become airborne or transmitted from one human to another.

The bird flu virus has many subtypes, but the subtype that is proving to be fatal to humans is called the H5N1. To date, about 70 people in Asia are confirmed to have died from H5N1.

When a bird flu outbreak occurs, the entire livestock has to be destroyed. This is similar to what happened during the mad cow disease outbreak when cattle had to be slaughtered and burned in order to prevent the disease from spreading to nearby cattle areas. The slaughtering and burning of cattle were done in many countries in the Asian region as well as in some parts of Eastern Europe and Russia.

Antiviral medications such as amantadine and rimantadine, which are usually given to treat influenza, do not work on the bird flu virus. Drugs are being developed and temporarily used on patients who appear to have succumbed to the avian flu disease. Although they appear to be responding to treatment and are showing improvements, further tests need to be done to ensure the effectivity of these new drugs.

Centuries ago, particularly during the bubonic plague, medical science was not yet developed to cope with an epidemic of pandemic proportions. However, with the advances in technology today, scientists will be able to study the avian flu disease further. By closely watching the migratory patterns of birds and understanding the disease, scientists may help prevent bird flu from becoming another global outbreak.

With the help of the internet, information can be disseminated quickly to thousands of people around the world and a reaction force can be immediately deployed to stop the disease from spreading any further.

It is important for people to realize that the bird flu virus is not merely one country’s problem. It is a serious global problem that affects all countries and all peoples.

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