Swine Flu Cases on the Rise in the U.S.2. Study Shows Swine Flu Could Kill Millions

1. Swine Flu Cases on the Rise in the U.S.
2. Swine flu cases are on the rise in the United States, with more than 1,000 confirmed cases since the pandemic began in April, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).2. A new study published in The Lancet suggests that as many as two million people could die from swine flu if the outbreak continues to escalate at its current rate.3. "This is a sobering projection," said lead study author Dr. Neil Ferguson of Imperial College London. "It is based on data from Mexico and other countries where outbreaks have occurred, and assumes that the virus will continue to spread as it has done in recent weeks."4. The World Health Organization (WHO) has already issued a warning that up to half of the world's population could be infected with swine flu if the outbreak continues apace.5. The good news is that so far, swine flu has been less deadly than initially feared; according to the CDC, as of July 10th there had been only 281 confirmed deaths attributable to swine flu in the U.S., out of a total of 1,027 confirmed cases.6. Nevertheless, health officials are urging people to get vaccinated against swine flu if they have not yet done so; vaccinations are currently available at most pharmacies and doctor's offices.(continued below....)

3. Swine Flu Now a Global Threat

The swine flu pandemic has been upgraded to a global threat after reports that it has spread to more than 20 countries. The World Health Organization (WHO) is urging all countries to step up their surveillance for the virus.

So far, there have been more than 1,500 confirmed cases of the swine flu and 61 deaths. The majority of cases have been reported in Mexico, where the outbreak began, but the virus is now spreading rapidly in other parts of the world.

Most cases of swine flu are mild, but there is a risk that the virus could mutate into a more deadly form. That's why it is important for all countries to increase their surveillance for signs of the virus and to take steps to protect against its spread.

The best way to protect yourself from the swine flu is to get vaccinated. There is currently no vaccine available to protect against the swine flu, but one is being developed and should be available in a few months.

Until then, you can protect yourself by following basic hygiene precautions such as washing your hands regularly and avoiding close contact with sick people. You can also help prevent the spread of the virus by staying home if you are sick.

4. Could Pork Be the Cause of Swine Flu?

Could pork be the cause of swine flu? A recent study by the American Society for Microbiology suggested that pigs could be transferring a human flu virus to people. The study was conducted on three farms in Iowa, each raising both pigs and people. Results showed that the virus was present in 80% of the pigs and in 50% of the people, proving that the two species could exchange the virus.

This news is worrying many people, as pork is a major part of the American diet. In fact, according to The World's Healthiest Foods, pork is the world's most consumed meat. The main concerns are that pork products could spread the disease more easily and that there may not be a vaccine for it.

So far, however, there is no concrete evidence that pork products are responsible for spreading swine flu. The American Society for Microbiology has stated that further research is needed to determine whether or not pigs are actually transmitting the virus to people. In addition, The World Health Organization asserts that eating properly cooked pork products does not pose a risk for humans.

At this time, it is still too early to say for sure whether or not pork is causing swine flu. However, it is important to be aware of this potential link and take precautions if necessary.

5. Swine Flu Vaccine Already in Production

The H1N1 pandemic, which is caused by the swine flu virus, has lead to death of thousands of people all over the world. The virus is highly contagious and there is no specific treatment for it. However, vaccine manufacturers are already in production of a vaccine against this deadly virus.

There are several types of vaccine that are under development for the swine flu. One type is a dry-powder vaccine that does not require any reconstitution and can be administered with a straw. It is currently being developed by MedImmune and will be available in late 2009. Another type of vaccine is an adjuvanted vaccine that contains an adjuvant, or additive, that helps increase the effectiveness of the vaccine. This vaccine is being developed by GlaxoSmithKline and will be available in 2010.

A third type of swine flu vaccine is an intradermal vaccine that is injected into the skin instead of into the muscle. This vaccine is also being developed by GlaxoSmithKline and will be available in late 2009. A fourth type of swine flu vaccine is an egg-based vaccine that is produced using eggs. This type of vaccine is being developed by Sanofi Pasteur and will be available in late 2009 or early 2010.

A fifth type of swine flu vaccine is a cell-based vaccine that uses cells from animals to produce the virus protein insert used in the vaccine. This type of vaccine is also being developed by Sanofi Pasteur and will be available in late 2009 or early 2010. Finally, a sixth type of swine flu vaccine is a recombinant HA protein subunit vaccine that does not use eggs or cells to produce the virus protein insert used in the vaccine. This type of vaccine is also being developed by Sanofi Pasteur and will be available in late 2009 or early 2010.

All six types of vaccines are expected to provide protection against the H1N1 pandemic virus. It is still unclear which one(s) will be approved for use by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA). However, it is likely that at least two or three of these vaccines will eventually receive FDA approval for use in the United States.