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Cebu_4_2
10th January 2018, 11:59 AM
Why this year's flu season is so bad and what you can do about it

By MARIAM ALAM M.D.

Jan 8, 2018, 5:04 PM ET




The flu has ramped up early this year and is rapidly spreading across the country, with widespread flu activity in 46 states, according to the latest data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (http://abcnews.go.com/topics/lifestyle/health/center-for-disease-control.htm) and Prevention.

"This is a feature of this year’s flu -- not only did it start early, but it seemed to occur all over the country more or less simultaneously," Dr. William Schaffner, infectious disease specialist at Vanderbilt University, told ABC News.

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How bad is it? The flu has not yet reached “epidemic” proportions, according to last week’s CDC data, but it may happen soon. A flu epidemic occurs when the percentage of people who have died from the flu (http://abcnews.go.com/topics/lifestyle/health/cold-and-flu.htm) exceeds a threshold set by the CDC using data from prior years. Last week, the number of people who died from the flu this year was only 0.2 percent below that threshold.
Doctor’s visits for flu-like illness are rising. This year’s numbers are almost identical to three years ago, in the 2014-2015 season -- both years surpassed what was seen last year, 2016-2017.

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Twenty-six states are reporting high flu activity, with some of the worst in Arkansas, where 14 percent of outpatient doctor visits were for influenza-like illness last week. Neighboring states of Mississippi and Texas also have high flu activity, with 12 percent of doctors’ visits related to flu-like symptoms.
But when patients must be admitted to the hospital, flu can turn deadly. The number of patients in the hospital for flu-like illness nationally has doubled in the past two weeks and is higher than in recent years -- about 35 percent up from the same time last year. Most of the people who are hospitalized for the flu are over the age of 65.
The predominant flu strain this year is H3N2, a form of influenza A. This strain is included in this year’s flu vaccine, but information on how effective the vaccine has been is typically not available until the flu season is over.
Vaccine effectiveness typically ranges from 40 to 60 percent in a good year. Preliminary estimates from last year show the vaccine was 40 percent effective in the U.S., similar to 2014-2015.
Concerns have been raised about this year's vaccine after an editorial published in the New England Journal of Medicine (http://abcnews.go.com/topics/lifestyle/health/new-england-journal-of-medicine.htm) last Thursday said it was only 10 percent effective against H3N2 in Australia.
Schaffner cautions against using this statistic to predict how well the vaccine will work in the U.S., since this is not official CDC data, but warns it could be a bad sign.
“We are being affected by the basically same virus and using basically the same vaccine,” he said.
Additionally, years in which H3N2 is the predominant influenza strain tend to have higher death rates, with approximately 20,000 deaths in the 2012-2013 and 2014-2015 seasons when H3N2 predominated.
The good news is that this year’s flu seems to be quite susceptible to the available flu medications, like Tamiflu, also known as oseltamivir. What’s more, Tamiflu, is “widely available” according to its manufacturers, who do not expect any shortage of the medication. It is most helpful if taken within 48 hours of the start of the flu.
Schaffner points out that the vaccine provides good protection against other influenza strains, which are becoming more common this season.
“It’s an imperfect vaccine, but it’s the best we have, and it still does provide a terrific amount of protection -- complete protection and partial protection,” he said. “You contribute to your own protection and a healthier community -- a community where there is less likelihood of spread.”

How the flu vaccine helps First, get the vaccine -- there’s still time. "It is late and so do not walk, run," said Schaffner. "Run to your provider’s office or pharmacy to get the vaccine.”
It can take up to two weeks for the body to build up defenses against the virus, he added.
The vaccine protect individuals from the flu, but also helps prevent spreading it to the sick, the elderly, pregnant women, and children -- all of whom are more likely to have serious consequences from influenza.
It is especially important for pregnant women to get the vaccine, according to Schaffner.
"There is dual benefit for the pregnant woman to get vaccinated," he said. "Not only will she get protection, but she’ll also pass those antibodies along to her infant, which will protect them for the first 6 months of life when the infant is too young to get the vaccine. And the vaccine is safe for pregnant women and the fetus (http://abcnews.go.com/topics/lifestyle/health/fetal-development.htm).”
For those who contract the flu, it could make symptoms less severe, Schaffner added. According to the CDC, the vaccine helps to reduce doctor’s visits, missed school or work and hospitalizations due to the flu.

Other precautions to protect against the flu Next, make sure to wash hands carefully to limit the spread of the virus and try to avoid close contact with sick people.
For those who do get the flu, Shaffner said, avoid contact with others.
"Stay home, don’t go to work, don’t go to the gym, don’t go to religious services," he said. "Nobody wants to be a dreaded spreader."
And remember to consider antiviral medications, like Tamiflu.
“If you get sick, call your provider, because your provider might prescribe an antiviral,” Schaffner said. “If we get in early enough, we can make your infection less severe, perhaps shorten it by a day and make it less likely that you get the complications.”
People who get sick should also keep up with fluids -- and seek medical attention if they start to feel worse or develop shortness of breath, worsening congestion or cough.

Ares
10th January 2018, 12:13 PM
Why this year's flu season is so bad and what you can do about it

Toxic vaccine with the wrong seasonal strain of flu?

Fore go receiving said vaccine?

Neuro
10th January 2018, 12:24 PM
My daughters previous PE and swim teacher died from the flu a couple of days ago. He was 45 years old and very fit, he got lung complications. Another patient of mine told me his mother died from the flu a couple of weeks ago, lungs again, however she was 71, and had multiple health problems. This is very early in the flu season for this to happen. Boost your immunity!

Dogman
10th January 2018, 12:32 PM
This brand of flu seems to be a total motherfucker.

Be safe people

Gasp?

The vaccines ? not getting into that mud ball here, but !


Roll the dice, with your kids as the dice.

Do some real homework, and not ideological!

http://gold-silver.us/forum/images/smilies/grin.gif

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1918_flu_pandemic


It may not be too late.
(https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1918_flu_pandemic)

crimethink
10th January 2018, 01:42 PM
I'm currently about half way to two-thirds through the flu, and I don't regret not getting the Fool Shot one bit. I will come out stronger on the other side. Yes, this one was a bitch, especially Friday/Saturday for me.

This nasty strain is apparently H3N2, and is NOT covered by this year's Fool Shot, but, because the Fool Shot is for profit and not prevention, "the experts" insist you take the needle anyway!

crimethink
10th January 2018, 01:44 PM
My daughters previous PE and swim teacher died from the flu a couple of days ago. He was 45 years old and very fit, he got lung complications. Another patient of mine told me his mother died from the flu a couple of weeks ago, lungs again, however she was 71, and had multiple health problems. This is very early in the flu season for this to happen. Boost your immunity!

The fatalities in apparently healthy young people from the flu are always particularly disturbing. Often, undiagnosed problems leading to severe complications can be the cause, but then, cytokine storm is another possibility - "too weak" of an immune system, and you croak; "too strong" of an immune system and you croak, too.

Last report is 27 fatalities under 65 here in California alone. Last year that was 3.

crimethink
10th January 2018, 01:47 PM
"it seemed to occur all over the country more or less simultaneously"

Why, I have no idea how that could happen! :rolleyes:


http://www.wakingtimes.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/chemtrails-criss-cross.jpg

Dogman
10th January 2018, 02:08 PM
Just gota love the unwashed of flight and jet engines, or piston types at altitude and vapor points.

Reaching arnt you fritz = Disgruntle frustrated civil servant .

I feel your frustrations..

Sad

But feel free with your fantasies with out proof.

Long day, mine started at say 2 am so again long day for me.

Tho fun is 24/7 when it comes to what I call idiots and with dealing with them.

Tho nuttng will change. Idiots are forever........ and ever, and so on..


Take comfort U are not alone..

Snooze time soon, rejoice until wake up, bet you wish i was dead. that will come soon eouth.

crimethink
10th January 2018, 02:40 PM
Idiots are forever...bet you wish i was dead. that will come soon eouth.

No, I don't wish you were dead, but, as you say, you won't die. :)

Your beloved America would never, ever, ever spray germs on people, would it?

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Operation_Sea-Spray

List of plenty more "benign experiments," here:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zNeOTOytEeA

woodman
10th January 2018, 03:37 PM
No, I don't wish you were dead, but, as you say, you won't die. :)

Your beloved America would never, ever, ever spray germs on people, would it?

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Operation_Sea-Spray

List of plenty more "benign experiments," here:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zNeOTOytEeA
Dogman, 'They' have been experimenting/killing us for years. Why would they stop now? We mean nothing to them. There is much documentation that has been revealed through the freedom of information act. Just think about the stuff they won't reveal. You don't think they have covert op's that aren't documented? If you are ignorant it is only through choice.

Dogman
10th January 2018, 03:48 PM
No, I don't wish you were dead, but, as you say, you won't die. :)

Your beloved America would never, ever, ever spray germs on people, would it?

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Operation_Sea-Spray

List of plenty more "benign experiments," here:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zNeOTOytEeA Good to see I am good to Go, but still I will die soon. just not sure of what is soon, but soon.


Still I hold to my reading of posts and feelings here,


No wonder globally the world is so screwed up ,

Stinky I wish you well, and you get what you wish for.

woodman
10th January 2018, 03:49 PM
Vitamin C and vitamin D3. Every day. Colloidal silver. Exercise. Wash hands with alchohol swabs whenever going out, whether it's a gas station or store. I use alchohol and cotton pads every time I enter my vehicle from the store. I can't prove it works but it can't hurt.

Dogman
10th January 2018, 03:55 PM
Dogman, 'They' have been experimenting/killing us for years. Why would they stop now? We mean nothing to them. There is much documentation that has been revealed through the freedom of information act. Just think about the stuff they won't reveal. You don't think they have covert op's that aren't documented? If you are ignorant it is only through choice. You think, but have not a real clue.. I have read this forum from the beginning and my thoughts are mostly to the true believers, and pray you are not one of them.

Funny thing abt life, sumtimes self will, will astound predictions..

Be well children..saying that because many here act like youngones.

Shit heads ! (all said with care, and hope that some can be better)

Punks

This years flu season will be a reaper, = motherfucker...

Dogman
10th January 2018, 03:58 PM
Vitamin C and vitamin D3. Every day. Colloidal silver. Exercise. Wash hands with alchohol swabs whenever going out, whether it's a gas station or store. I use alchohol and cotton pads every time I enter my vehicle from the store. I can't prove it works but it can't hurt. Nice thought, but sorry no cigar

Bigjon
10th January 2018, 04:03 PM
Vitamin C and vitamin D3. Every day. Colloidal silver. Exercise. Wash hands with alchohol swabs whenever going out, whether it's a gas station or store. I use alchohol and cotton pads every time I enter my vehicle from the store. I can't prove it works but it can't hurt.

Latest Dr. Tent lecture indicated research shows best immunity from diseases is at a vit d level of over 100 ng per ml.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZORxk191leM

https://www.youtube.com/user/DiverseHealthService/videos


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZORxk191leM

Dogman
10th January 2018, 04:21 PM
Building us the immune system is always good, and makes the body stronger, ====fact!

Which may make a diff in the long run, mostly despite general popular bullshit, eat well, stay clean, etc. But some shit does not care, if it hits you to survive will depend on yes health, but sumpthing deeper, genetics, etc? Who in the fuck knows , even our so far experts have not a clue, my grand mothers family as personal history lost her sister, one brother and both mom and dad during the 1918 flu and they were rich , very rich at the time.

Yes eat and take this or that, if it makes you feel good, and mostly it will do that for a fact..but there are some nastys that will still take you out or if not you your loved ones.

Science in this area is not a sure thing, they warned this year would be a bad one for they that even payed attention.

Out of this one, idorocicy still rules on this forum sadly.

Just have one hope, your loved ones be well, and next year and the next year ..and so on.
?
I think not...Sadly

I hope we never have a 1918 event again, that sob killed off near a 1/4 or ?

Think you and yours will survive...good luck in the lottery.

And you handicap yourself s and family's ignoring what has been proven the not perfect but the best deference.

Who here remembers iron lungs, and polio , that was a huge motherfucker, that many younger have never seen, but some old farts here have.

Remember...

Hitch
10th January 2018, 04:55 PM
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1918_flu_pandemic
(https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1918_flu_pandemic)

My great grandfather caught the Spanish flu fighting in WW1, in the trenches. They thought he'd died, had his body covered on a stretcher in the hall with other dead bodies, when a nurse spotted him moving. He survived. He was a big Irish Catholic, that everyone called "Red" because of his red hair, he was one tough dude. My grandmother often told me, "you'd of liked to meet him, he was a man's man"

Anytime I get sick, I figure if he can survive that, I'm hoping I've got some of his toughness in my genes. I will never take a flu shot.

Dogman
10th January 2018, 05:28 PM
My great grandfather caught the Spanish flu fighting in WW1, in the trenches. They thought he'd died, had his body covered on a stretcher in the hall with other dead bodies, when a nurse spotted him moving. He survived. He was a big Irish Catholic, that everyone called "Red" because of his red hair, he was one tough dude. My grandmother often told me, "you'd of liked to meet him, he was a man's man"

Anytime I get sick, I figure if he can survive that, I'm hoping I've got some of his toughness in my genes. I will never take a flu shot.

Let us hope, but sorry to say think that one will repeat, in some way!

I know my grandma history, my grandfather he was closed lips, suspect he lost most?

That flue was epic and I pray never again!

But tit will repeat! Death toal will he huge!

Watch this one! And multiply!

Feel this one will be deadly!

Proven all ready!

Homebrewe cures have fun!

CDC has a real effect in trying to save life's, but most here Will not think so, you reap what you sow,!

Unlike nukes, microcritters scare me the most! and good night, adoped a kitten and been a hoot, small Kat rules the my dogs!

Herbal cures, are good sometimes,

Night been a very long day! For this old fart in training!

;D

Cebu_4_2
10th January 2018, 05:45 PM
Let us hope, but sorry to say think that one will repeat, in some way!

I know my grandma history, my grandfather he was closed lips, suspect he lost most?

That flue was epic and I pray never again!

But tit will repeat! Death toal will he huge!

Watch this one! And multiply!

Feel this one will be deadly!

Proven all ready!

Homebrewe cures have fun!

CDC has a real effect in trying to save life's, but most here Will not think so, you reap what you sow,!

Unlike nukes, microcritters scare me the most! and good night, adoped a kitten and been a hoot, small Kat rules the my dogs!

Herbal cures, are good sometimes,

Night been a very long day! For this old fart in training!

;D


May God Bless the CDC and their non effective 'vaccine'.

Jerrylynnb
10th January 2018, 05:57 PM
Dogman, I can't prove anything, but I am willing to entertain the idea that this winter's flu was done on purpose to sell more of that ridiculously expensive tamiflu, which is in very short supply here in and around bigD ($8-$12 per pill). No "proof", but it sure would make for a good "B" movie, huh?

crimethink
10th January 2018, 06:21 PM
Stinky I wish you well, and you get what you wish for.

That's awesome! We will have a revitalized Western civilization of decent and beautiful folk embracing decent and beautiful things once again! THAT is what I wish for.

Cebu_4_2
10th January 2018, 06:22 PM
Dogman, I can't prove anything, but I am willing to entertain the idea that this winter's flu was done on purpose to sell more of that ridiculously expensive tamiflu, which is in very short supply here in and around bigD ($8-$12 per pill). No "proof", but it sure would make for a good "B" movie, huh?

Buy their stocks? I haven't looked them up in a long time...

crimethink
10th January 2018, 06:23 PM
Vitamin C and vitamin D3. Every day. Colloidal silver. Exercise. Wash hands with alchohol swabs whenever going out, whether it's a gas station or store. I use alchohol and cotton pads every time I enter my vehicle from the store. I can't prove it works but it can't hurt.

I've been popping extra Vitamin C doses, and that's what I attribute to not feeling A LOT worse through all this. Prophylactic Vitamin C and D routinely.

crimethink
10th January 2018, 06:28 PM
Dogman, I can't prove anything, but I am willing to entertain the idea that this winter's flu was done on purpose to sell more of that ridiculously expensive tamiflu, which is in very short supply here in and around bigD ($8-$12 per pill). No "proof", but it sure would make for a good "B" movie, huh?

You have a much less paranoid mind than I. :D

Sell Tamiflu? Yeah, very likely part of it. Cull the population? Test epidemiology models for "defense" measures? Evaluate any experimental cures reserved for the elite of the elite? I presume that, yes, this year's flu has been "enhanced" (both by being artificially spread, and, quite possibly, genetically manipulated, as well), and, yes, there are multiple sinister motivations for it.

Neuro
10th January 2018, 10:34 PM
Vitamin C and vitamin D3. Every day. Colloidal silver. Exercise. Wash hands with alchohol swabs whenever going out, whether it's a gas station or store. I use alchohol and cotton pads every time I enter my vehicle from the store. I can't prove it works but it can't hurt.

Dogman does these internal alcohol swabs to make sure we get what we deserve, our just dessert, that we wish for...

Neuro
10th January 2018, 10:36 PM
You have a much less paranoid mind than I. :D

Sell Tamiflu? Yeah, very likely part of it. Cull the population? Test epidemiology models for "defense" measures? Evaluate any experimental cures reserved for the elite of the elite? I presume that, yes, this year's flu has been "enhanced" (both by being artificially spread, and, quite possibly, genetically manipulated, as well), and, yes, there are multiple sinister motivations for it.
Yes, yes, yes and yes most likely!

Serpo
11th January 2018, 12:55 AM
Vitamin C and vitamin D3. Every day. Colloidal silver. Exercise. Wash hands with alchohol swabs whenever going out, whether it's a gas station or store. I use alchohol and cotton pads every time I enter my vehicle from the store. I can't prove it works but it can't hurt.

The amount of D3 is 50000 IU a day plus, for 3 months take 200mg selenium also to help assimilation.

Also IODINE 50mg per day for 6 weeks then 25mg( Idoral} for 3 weeks then 12mg day.Take with vit K to aid assimilation.

We need to rebuild our iodine and vit D levels urgently. It takes 3 months.After that it is going to be very difficult to catch any thing.


Need vitD3 for GcMAF to work properly also.

Yes vit C and Colloidal Silver to fight any virus.

Take or make kefir yogurt to restore GcMAF levels made from our own gut.


GcMAF is the most important discovery in medicine of all time.

Nagalase an enzyme secreted by viruses switches off our GcMAF defense mechanism.

GcMAF is the switch to switch on our immune system or white blood cells to devour cancer cells,but works also for a lot of viruses plus people with autism there is an improvement in 85% of cases..

If we dont have GcMAF protein within us then we are have no defense for our health.



Have written a book not published yet ,my facts are true and real ,you can believe me.

Half Sense
11th January 2018, 06:48 AM
Yesterday the doc urged me to get the flu shot. I told her I have a system that has kept me flu-free for many years. Naturally, she did not ask about my system.