Sunday, August 23, 2009

Recomended use of antivirals

Recomended use of antivirals
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Pandemic (H1N1) 2009 briefing note 8

21 AUGUST 2009 | GENEVA -- WHO is today issuing guidelines for the use of antivirals in the management of patients infected with the H1N1 pandemic virus.

Swine Flu United States News

Swine Flu United States News

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WHO Says Confirmed H1N1 Deaths Worldwide Reach 1,799

WHO Says Confirmed H1N1 Deaths Worldwide Reach 1,799

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Thursday, August 6, 2009


Anti-influenza Drugs -- Relenza And Tamiflu -- Appear Equally Effective At Preventing Flu Symptoms


ScienceDaily (Aug. 4, 2009) — Two common anti-influenza drugs — Relenza and Tamiflu — appear equally effective at preventing common flu symptoms when given before infection, say researchers from the Stanford University School of Medicine. However, data is lacking on the effectiveness and safety of the two drugs in vulnerable groups such as the very young and people with compromised immune systems.

Washing Hands And Wearing Face Masks At Home May Help To Prevent Pandemic Flu

Washing Hands And Wearing Face Masks At Home May Help To Prevent Pandemic Flu

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