Search Results
your search for "outbreaks" yielded 8 results

iFlu

iFlu: New iPhone Application Helps You Track Disease

the new iPhone Application, 'Outbreaks Near Me' alerts users of disease outbreaks in their area
Contributor : Dena Afrasiabi
LicePrevention

National Head Lice Prevention Month

The subject of head lice is not a pleasant one, and there are many misconceptions regarding these pesky creatures.
Contributor : Jennifer Bunn, RN
NHG_Salmonella Virus.jpg

Salmonella: Nearly 400 Sickened by King Nut

The CDC has announced a salmonella outbreak that has affected nearly 400 people.
Contributor : Jennifer Bunn, RN
Safety Legislation

Law Increases Food Safety

Following a seemingly endless list of contaminated food outbreaks, the government proposed new legislation designed to protect consumers.
Contributor : Jennifer Bunn, RN
H1N1 Schools

CDC Publishes School Guidelines for H1N1

The CDC has published guidelines to help schools decide on the proper course of action to deal with H1N1.
Contributor : Jennifer Bunn, RN
West Nile Mosquito

First West Nile Mosquitoes Found

West Nile Virus season is kicking off early this year with infected mosquitoes found in several states.
Contributor : Jennifer Bunn, RN
Pregnant Tamiflu

Pregnant Women Urged To Take Tamiflu for Swine Flu

Following the death of a pregnant woman from swine flu, pregnant women are being urged to take Tamiflu at first sign of the flu
Contributor : Jennifer Bunn, RN
NHG_WHO Herpes.jpg

WHO Study Shows Herpes is Widespread

Worldwide, 1 in 6 has genital herpes, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).
Contributor : Jennifer Bunn, RN