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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
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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
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Salmonella: Nearly 400 Sickened by King Nut

The CDC has announced a salmonella outbreak that has affected nearly 400 people.
Contributor : Jennifer Bunn, RN
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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
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Why We Vaccinate

In the U.S., vaccination programs have eliminated or significantly reduced many vaccine-preventable diseases.
Contributor : CDC
Pregnancy Health Guru

Life-cycle of an Immunization Program

Parents are constantly concerned about the health and safety of their children and they take many steps to protect them.
Contributor : CDC
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The Importance of Childhood Vaccines

It's true that newborn babies are immune to many diseases because they have antibodies they got from their mothers.
Contributor : CDC
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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
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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
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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
Pregnancy Health Guru