U.S. Recalls 800,000 Swine Flu Vaccine
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Swine Flu: The Second Wave
Federal health officials say swine flu has swept across the nation, with the virus more widespread than ever. Nationwide, visits to doctors for flu symptoms are on a steep incline, with children and pregnant women at particular risk of serious complications.
American Indians Hit Hard By Swine Flu APR
()The mortality rate from the virus is four times higher among American Indians and Alaska Natives than any other racial or ethnic group. Officials blame the discrepancy on crowded living conditions, a higher incidence of complications from pre-existing conditions and poor access to health care facilities.
Flu Pandemic Much Milder Than Expected
Experts thought swine flu would kill 1 out of every 100 people who got sick; it's been 1 in 2,000.
()FDA Reassures Doctors Skeptical Of H1N1 Vaccine
Patients trust doctors, so the FDA is trying to assure the few doubters of the vaccine's safety.
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A relative idea of where and how influenza is affecting people across the nation.
Flu Funds Boost Local Health Budgets()
November 13, 2009 KXJZThe federal government has allocated more than $1 billion to help cash-strapped local health departments hire staff to distribute the H1N1 vaccine. The money has allowed some departments to rehire staff they had recently let go.
How Effective Is The New Flu Vaccine?()
November 9, 2009 Some people say they won't get a flu vaccine — against seasonal flu or H1N1 — because they believe it doesn't work. It's true that the seasonal flu vaccine doesn't stop all cases of the flu in people who get it. But just how effective is the new H1N1 vaccine?
Flu Threat Looms As Mecca Readies For Pilgrims()
November 6, 2009 The H1N1 virus is a major concern for Saudi Arabian authorities, who are gearing up to host millions of Muslims on the annual pilgrimage to Mecca. Health officials are making recommendations and monitoring pilgrims, but otherwise can do little to mitigate the virus' spread.
Boost Your Flu IQ: Your Questions Answered()
November 2, 2009 With the swine flu virus more widespread than ever and concerns about availability of the vaccine circulating, we solicited your questions about the pandemic. NPR's health editors teamed up with experts to tackle your questions.
Swine Flu Spread Highlights Paid-Sick-Leave Debate()
October 26, 2009 Many people continue to go to work when they're sick because they don't get paid if they stay home. A bill that would require employers to offer sick leave has been on hold, stalled by the health care overhaul legislation. But the swine flu epidemic has made the issue more pressing.
Swine Flu Vaccine Shortage: Why?()
October 26, 2009 Millions of Americans already have gotten swine flu, and lines are long at flu shot clinics. President Obama has declared the pandemic a national emergency, but supplies of vaccine against the new H1N1 flu are far below projections. Manufacturers only recently discovered why they can't deliver as much vaccine as expected.
Swine Flu Shuts High School In Suburban Chicago()
October 23, 2009 The district's superintendent closed St. Charles East High School for the week after almost 1,000 students stayed home complaining of illness.
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Flu Attack! How A Virus Invades Your Body()
October 23, 2009 When you get the flu, viruses turn your cells into tiny virus factories that help spread the disease. This animation takes you to the front lines of a viral assault that could be going on inside your body right now.
CDC: Swine Flu Cases Widespread And Rising()
October 23, 2009 The 2009 H1N1 virus has spread across the United States, with millions infected. The virus is mostly causing complications in children and young people. Overall pediatric deaths and hospitalization rates from flu are higher than usual and continue to climb.
Study Finds H1N1 Virus Lives Longer Than Expected()
October 22, 2009 When more than 100 students at the U.S. Air Force Academy were diagnosed with swine flu, doctors had an opportunity to study the virus closely. They discovered that some cadets who had been symptom-free for more than 24 hours still had the live virus in their noses.
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