Recent questions tagged flu

Description : Are reptilians exempt from vaccine requirements?

Last Answer : Well guess Mark Zuckerberg is behind all of this then. He’s a lizard in human form after all ~

Description : With the 20/21 flu season nearly eradicated, what currently employed anti-corona measures would you support as mandatory during future flu seasons?

Last Answer : I would not mind if they made mask wearing mandatory for the entire flu season. Along with that, they should keep up the cleaning in all businesses like wiping down grocery carts every time they come in.

Description : Does anyone know about the GM-CSF protein?

Last Answer : Does anyone know about the GM-CSF protein? Yes, it is an internal hormonal stimulant for white blood cells. Is this something you can increase in your body through food? No I've read that having ... that even comes from food No so thought I'd ask you brain boxes here Wikipedia is your friend

Description : If someone has the flu and they wash dishes with their hands, can they pass their germs through the dishes?

Last Answer : I'm in the no way in hell camp. By the time those hands have finished washing the dishes, the hands (and the dishes) are no longer germs, as the warm water and soap have removed the pathogens. If ... and washing dishes, they are too sick to be doing that. Lend a hand, do the dishes for them.

Description : Why does Ozzy sound great in music videos, and incoherent in person?

Last Answer : Ozzy seems perfectly articulate.

Description : Are you willing to protect yourself and everybody around you by getting a flu vaccine this year?

Last Answer : I work in a hospital and have to, but I would do it anyway. I have every year since I was in my twenties and my company gave them out for free.

Description : Was this a flu virus?

Last Answer : answer:Unlikely (although possible) that a virus could come and go so quickly. More likely to be something biological passing through. Fuggedaboutit.

Description : In a human lifetime about how many times will one catch the flu?

Last Answer : answer:I don't think a hard number would be credible, it's going to vary a lot from person to person (profession, travel, vaccination, etc.) and there's no reliable reporting. Buuuut . for the ... it's a statistically proven fact you will get precisely 7.9 flus in your lifetime. or your money back

Description : Is it possible to have an immunity to the flu?

Last Answer : I hope you knocked on wood before posting this…

Description : How often should one get the flu shot?

Last Answer : Every year, because the strains change each year. The shot for each year is a predictive mix of what strains they think will be active this year.

Description : Australians: Can you still get codeine cough syrup otc?

Last Answer : Why not just call a pharmacy? In America it varies by state.

Description : Have you heard of Chicken Pox parties?

Last Answer : No, but when my little son got them, we tried very hard to infect my even younger daughter by letting them hang out together; it didn’t work. When she finally did come down with chicken pox, in her early forties, she felt rotten and blamed me. I said that we had really tried.

Description : Could I catch this cold from my husband (see details)?

Last Answer : answer:If it is the same strain of virus you probably will not come down sick again, however there are thousands upon thousands of viruses. Most likely it is the same strain you have had, but, ... . The only exception is the intestinal flu which often does come on within about 12 hours of exposure.

Description : Anybody else battling this horrible stomach flu?

Last Answer : No thank god but I did have a killer sinus infection earlier this winter.

Description : Kenahora: How many of you made it through the 2012/2013 winter without getting sick?

Last Answer : You are so lucky. I have been in and out of the doctor’s office all winter. I have had the flu, bronchitis, sinus infections, colds, and quite a few bouts of tonsillitis. I think there has only been about a week where I haven’t been ill.

Description : Am I sick or not? What is this weird illness?

Last Answer : answer:Think back-is this how you've felt before prior illnesses? For me, my first symptom of an oncoming cold is being really tired and sneezing many times in a row, not so much chills. I haven't had the flu ... or vitamin C? I hope it's not the flu, and in any case I hope you feel better soon.

Description : Would you feel safe from flu attending this party?

Last Answer : If he’s fine today and tomorrow, I’d go.

Description : Can you share a story about the party where many ended up sick?

Last Answer : I have a friend who had the classic experience of bad catering and the entire wedding party falling ill. Not cool.

Description : Anyone have a quick sure fire cure for a sinus headache?

Last Answer : Go lie face down in a really hot bath, or hot tub if you have one. I swear by the moist heat! Alternate with going face down in the tub and really hot compresses across your face with a wash cloth. It works for me! Oh the misery, I empathize!

Description : What's the best way to get rid of a cold/flu?

Last Answer : answer:I like Emergen-C, which has a lot of electrolytes and makes you feel better. There is nothing better for runny nose and stuffiness than echinnacea. You need to get plenty of rest. Eat some chicken soup, which has been shown to be helpful for colds.

Description : Is it normal to be this sick?

Last Answer : answer:I had the stomach flu' a few years ago where I was throwing up hourly and I shit my pants. More than once. It was probably the most miserable I've ever been. I think I felt worse ... fluids in. Diluted Gatorade or fruit juice, ginger ale, broth, plain water is okay if you can stomach it.

Description : How can one keep up their energy level during a really bad Flu?

Last Answer : answer:Take a serious nap. I’d take a flu symptom med, drink a glass of water, then hit the pillow. Get up. Take a nice warm bath. Put on something cozy. Then hit my notes/books. Get well quickly @Ayesha :)

Description : Help with these symptoms?

Last Answer : answer:The only way to know for sure if it's the flu is to get to the doctor and get tested. There have already been reported cases of the flu in my area, so it's definitely possibly since this flu ... 's way. Have you had a fever as well? Have you been around anyone else that's been sick lately?

Description : Why is it that my 79 year old mother has never had a cold or the flu?

Last Answer : answer:Here are some secrets of super health people. 1) Exercise vigorously 2) Take care of your mouth 3) Eat apples and broccoli and drink green tea 4) Stop worrying about getting sick. 5) Increase your vitamin ... hands-a lot 11) Get a lot of sleep Did your mother do any or many of these things?

Description : Can those of you who don't want to get a flu shot explain to me why you won't get one? (See details)

Last Answer : answer:That’s a rare case. I dislike when scare tactics are used to make a point. I don’t get flu shots because I hate needles and I have a well-functioning immune system. Yes, I know others could get it from me, but I am not responsible for everybody.

Description : How do I help someone stop vomiting?

Last Answer : ER maybe the best bet. You tried all the things i would do.

Description : How did flu germs evolve to affect our sinuses?

Last Answer : It got created the same way as everything else, I don't know. It was always able to infect our bodies, and it was always apadting. People have helped it to adapt too, by using antibiotics, the weaker viruses ... created, then I guess God, so that it would do the same to us, weed out the weaker ones.

Description : How can I quickly cure a hoarse voice?

Last Answer : Mint tea works best for me

Description : I have a terrible flu, what should I do?

Last Answer : answer:Flu usually does not usually include a stuffy nose. Is the muscous green when you blow your nose? It might be a bacterial infection. Take 600 mg ibuprofen, if the tylenol does not help your fever ... can give you immediate relief from the stuffy nose for a few hours, but don't overuse it.

Description : How can I stop from vomiting?

Last Answer : Try peppermint tea or valerian root capsules….drink water to prevent dehydration. Call a Doc if this persists!! I hope you feel better.

Description : How can I get rid of the cold flu in a day?

Last Answer : No way, no how. Suffer through it and take something to make you comfortable.

Description : What would cause someone to be sick so often?

Last Answer : Maybe you need to build your immune system. Take some vitamins and try to eat more fruits and veggies.

Description : Do you think the vacinne against influenza H1N1 can be harmful for us?

Last Answer : I asked my doctor and he said “Let’s put it this way, I won’t have my children getting it. There is not enough information on the vacinne that would convince me to let my children take it at this time.” That summed it up for me.

Description : Does pointing a fan outside of a window will get all the odor and germs out?

Last Answer : Only the particles that are air born. And, as long as those particles don’t stick to something on the way out.

Description : How would women cope if they were able to catch.... Man-flu?

Last Answer : bashes @JeffVader on the head with a frying pan loll.

Description : What kind of tea helps when you have a cold?

Last Answer : Anything hot helps. Try chicken soup! That has actual, proven, cold-fighting powers!

Description : What is the probability of three/four viruses combining?

Last Answer : This’ll be no thread for a hypochondriac to stumble into!

Description : How do I ask my co-workers to wash their hands after using the bathroom without being rude?

Last Answer : Post a health bulletin about H1N1 on the walls of the bathrooms and lead by example. You are not their mother. Beyond that there isn’t much you can do. Just be glad you don’t have a woman who shits in the trashcan like my job does and deal with it.

Description : Is there a way I can find if the thimerosal/mercury free h1n1 vaccine is available for our area?

Last Answer : And also do you think the thimerosal for such a young child is a big deal?

Description : Is it good to chew really minty gum when your nose is stuffy and your throat hurts?

Last Answer : I don’t think that it would hurt nor help.

Description : What's the best way to determine if I have a fever without using a thermometer?

Last Answer : Usually, when I have a fever, I have body chills and I sweat. I never feel hot when I’m running a fever.

Description : What do you do to make you feel better when you have a cold?

Last Answer : Chicken noodle soup or potato soup or anything hot like cocoa or coffee help or clear make my head and sinuses ease up a little. Supposedly vitamin C is god for everything so drink mad orange ... give yourself an artificial fever and its kills off the cold faster. Showers couldnt hurt you though.

Description : Are you planning on getting a flu shot this year?

Last Answer : If you are a member of the high-risk population (infants, the elderly, people with compromised immune systems) you should get the yearly vaccine no matter what the strain. As far as H1N1 is concerned, if ... ; if you are not you may wish to consider getting the vaccine when it comes out in October.

Description : What to do to prevent getting ill (a cold)

Last Answer : Sounds like you are already ill. But what I always used to do is sprite, chicken noodle soup and theraflu. To prevent sickness, don’t touch your face a lot and wash your hands.

Description : At what point should I take my 11-year-old with a stomach bug to the doctor?

Last Answer : He is still sick? I am really sad the poor little guy is still so miserable!

Description : Have you (or someone you know) been diagnosed with H1N1 "swine flu"?

Last Answer : No, I don’t personally know anyone but since I worked for the Dept. of Health in NYC not so long ago, I knew of people who knew people and Queens is just a train ride away

Description : Has the new flu been named?

Last Answer : …swine flu?

Description : I am already suspicious of all this flu talk...who is dying in Mexico City...the poor and untreated?

Last Answer : My opinion.

Description : In light of the possible swine flu pandemic, will you be taking any precautions?

Last Answer : Lothloriengaladriel That is seriously fucked up. I hope you are kidding.

Description : Why can't I get better?

Last Answer : Get a second opinion? Or at least go back to the doctor and tell them you are still sick. Are you throwing up because you are coughing so hard? If so maybe the doc can come up with something to ... your body has time and energy to heal and defeat the invaders? If not, bed rest might be indicated.