Poll Results: H1N1 (Swine Flu) Preparedness
Posted on August 27th, 2009 by Wendy Harman
How would you answer the poll questions below?
>> Press Release about the poll
Filed under: Preparedness
How would you answer the poll questions below?
>> Press Release about the poll
Filed under: Preparedness
I am concerned regarding the H1N1 flu virus; however, when I had symptoms of sinus drainage, sore throat, endless coughing, and low-grade fever, the Acute Care center diagnosed me with Acute Sinusitis without tests, prescribed me an anti-biotic, and sent me on my way. What rights do we have when we get checked out?
thank you
it’s good for people understanding h1n1
While I am cautiously concerned about H1N1, I am more worried about the media creating a panic over it. You hear almost nothing about prevention now, but if the spread of the virus picks up a little and there are no other “big” stories for them to report on (like Michael Jackson), there will be a pulic barrage of coverage that could cause near hysteria.
What efforts are being made to contain the virus now before a pandemic begins that wasn’t being utilized before? Do we have to wait until a significant number of folks come down with a positive test before we start preparing for it to happen? Why can the labs be drawn and tested as each person comes in with the symtoms. Why is there a waiting period for something to “grow out” it’s already a live virus?? Just prescribing an anti biotic and sending patients on their way is NOT a suitable option. If anything your hurting the patients because they will not be able to build up anti bodies against this virus by blocking them with the anti biotics. As a parent of a post liver transplant and immuno suppressed child who just started back to school today, I’m extremely concerned!