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Cases have started to show up in Maryland. I have to say I am a little nervous. Two women I work with are both out this week with the flu. Hopefully it's just regular flu. One of them showed up today feeling better, but then had to leave. She should have just stayed home!:confused: |
I personally think this has been blown way out of proportion. In fact, a lady called my doctor's office and asked if they thought she should go out of state! Does she think she will be safer in her home state? Every flu season people die. Any type flu can be dangerous for the very elderly, very young children and people with existing serious health problems. We need to be informed and wash our hands frequently as we should at any time. The media needs to quit this frenzy. Hope everyone stays well. |
I think there is reason to be concerned. I've been really sick since Friday. Started with having trouble breathing and ended up in the ER Saturday night with accute Asthma. Today, went to the doc. with flu symptoms and trouble breathing and he was initially concerned over the Swine Flu but I checked out alright thus far. He said I had Accute Bronchitis and double ear infection. Honestly, I have not been this sick in a LONGGG time and myself was very concerned that I may have contacted it. I work in a supermarket and have daily contact with people from her but also atleast ten a night from Mexico coming in for ham (I work in the deli). Elaine |
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Hi Delaina, there are supposed to be about 100 cases of Swine flu in New Braunfels, so yes, the schools and day care centers are closed - as are schools in San Antonio, Ft. Worth and many other Texas schools. If I didn't have to come to Texas right now, I wouldn't. I'm not terribly concerned about it - but I know that they are really trying hard to stop the spread since no one has any immunity to this type of flu. |
I just hate they keep saying the elderly and very young are at most risk....I have a 5 year old and 8 month old. The baby can't even have regular flu shots yet. They have a UNCONFIRMED case in New Orleans......about an hour and 15 minutes from me. Angie |
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First Georgia case confirmed by the CDC yesterday. 30 year old Kentucky female went to Cancun - then came to Georgia. It's in Lagrange, Ga, which is about 45 minutes from my home. The hospital was on lockdown until the confirmation came in and the woman has been put in isolation. She's been hospitalized since the 26th. |
I am really hoping this doesn't become a nationwide pandemic. I really don't know if the media and citizens are blowing this out of proportion or not. From what I have heard, it is no worse than getting the regular seasonal flu, but still. I have enough to worry about since I am pregnant. I just really don't like all the stress and hype over this. I am just taking the normal precautions I take anyway. When my son or husband get home from school/work, they wash their hands well. I keep purell with me for us to use if needed. And I wash my hands often. Thats all I can really do. |
Whether the media has blown this out of perportion or not it is better to be safe than sorry. I would think they would not disclose the truth more so than blowing this up. I for one am staying home as much as possible and trying not to get in big crowds of people anywhere. I know its hard when you have to go to the store etc. but I sure don't won't to take any chances. I have a very weak immune system anyway, and I do think its something to be concerned about. There has not been that many school closings in Dallas. Alot of activities have been canceled, but, schools in Ft. Worth have been canceled until May 11th. I believe they said this morning on the news. Stay safe everyone and stay home if you are sick. |
My hubby got a notice thru e-mail from the company he works for about domestic and international travel changes till this flu is over/under control. I hope he doesn't get stuck he was stuck in Italy on 9-11. |
there has been 3 in pa so far , that just bugs me alot i hope it dont get to bad |
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Thank you. Elaine |
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