Questions and Answers about Swine Flu: 2009 H1N1 Pandemic Influenza - Medical Data with Information on Symptoms, Treatment, Vaccine Safety and Drugs

by Progressive Management

This up-to-date and comprehensive e-book addresses the serious issues associated with the ongoing swine flu (2009 H1N1) pandemic and provides a wealth of vital information. Here you will find over 400 questions and answers on all aspects of the flu, with a massive compilation of up-to-date information from official sources such as the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), National Institutes of Health (NIH), and National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), along with original material from PM Medical Health News. Do you know the answers to these questions?

Which mode of transmission is more common - airborne droplets or hand contact? What are the emergency warning signs in children and adults that need urgent medical attention? Can patients who are allergic to eggs receive the 2009 H1N1 flu vaccine? Can 2009 H1N1 vaccine be administered at the same visit as other vaccines? What is the difference between the TIV and LAIV (FluMist) vaccines? Can a person who has received LAIV test positive on a rapid flu diagnostic test? Can seasonal vaccine and novel H1N1 vaccine be administered at the same time? Will the 2009 H1N1 flu vaccine contain thimerosal? Is thimerosal safe when used as a preservative in vaccines? Will there be a possibility of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) cases following the 2009 H1N1 vaccine? Why did some people develop GBS after they received the 1976 swine flu vaccine? Can people over the age of 50 be vaccinated with the nasal-spray vaccine FluMist? Are there any contraindications to giving breastfeeding mothers LAIV (FluMist)? Can contacts of people with weakened immune systems get the nasal-spray flu vaccine LAIV (FluMist)? Can the nasal spray flu vaccine give you the flu? How does the number of doses of vaccine that a child receives affect vaccine effectiveness? Have ocular and respiratory symptoms been reported after TIV administration? Should breastfeeding mothers be vaccinated? Should pregnant mothers avoid contact with persons recently vaccinated with LAIV? If a FluMist recipient sneezes after administration, should the dose be repeated? Who can safelty administer FluMist? If a baby is sick, is it okay to breastfeed? Should the 2009 H1N1 flu vaccine be given to someone who has had an flu-like illness since between April and now? What’s the difference between a facemask and an N95 respirator? Is it OK to reuse or share a disposable N95 respirator? What is the role of gowns, goggles, and face shields? What is the guidance on facemask and respirator usage? What groups are at high risk? Are there disposable respirators that are cleared by FDA? Can respirators with exhalation valves be placed on patients? Are respirators with valves suitable for healthcare workers? How long can flu virus remain viable on objects (such as books and doorknobs)? Are germs spread by touching your eyes? What cleaning should be done to prevent the spread of flu? How should linens, eating utensils and dishes of persons infected with flu be handled? Is there a risk from drinking water? What are the side effects of antiviral drugs? What kind of tests are used to detect the flu? What provisions need to be made in your home when caring for sick persons? If you are at high risk of flu complications, should you be the designated caretaker? When should facemasks or respirators be used? What are the differences between colds and the flu? What does the CDC recommend for people with heart disease, people with AIDS/HIV, and other conditions? What is drifting and shifting? How soon after infection will symptoms appear? Can you spread the flu before your symptoms start? Who should consider using antiviral drugs? How effective is the seasonal flu vaccine? How are vaccine match and vaccine effectiveness determined? How does the CDC monitor flu activity? What are the risks associated with MRSA and the flu?

517 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 17, 2009

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