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Influenza A (H1N1) Pandemic!

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Aug
18

Guys… just a head’s up… please maintain a higher level of cleanliness… visit http://h1n1.moh.gov.my/ for latest updates on how our government plan to overcome this shit.

as we all know, influenza viruses have been around since our existence. Every species have its own influenza but only within this 100 years it have become more virulent and causes pandemic globally. It is able to mutate and statistics shows that for every 20 – 40 years, it managed to become deadly. Only 25-40 alterations from 4,400 amino acids in the viral protein can be fatal.


The genetics origin of H1N1 virus.

 

The timeline of influenza.

Without strict containment plan, it could be a total disaster which it did on 1918. It wipe out 1/3 of the world population. This is something that we should take the highest urgency and relative research to overcome the viruses.

"The virus typically spreads from coughs and sneezes or by touching contaminated surfaces and then touching the nose or mouth. Symptoms, which can last up to a week, are similar to those of seasonal flu, and may include fever, sneezes, sore throat, coughs, headache, and muscle or joint pains. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) notes that most cases worldwide are usually mild, and most hospitalizations and deaths have been of persons that also had underlying conditions such as asthma, diabetes, obesity, heart disease, or a weakened immune system. The CDC’s Anne Schuchat states, "this is a virus that’s capable of causing a spectrum of illness that includes severe complications and death. . . It’s very important we take this virus seriously". As the virus spreads easily between people, through the air or surface contact, those who get the flu are recommended to stay home from school or work and avoid crowds to avoid spreading the infection further."

Please guys, wear masks and stay healthy.

 

Death as of 17 August 2009

 

Influenza A (H1N1) Guideliness