About the Swine Flu

Much has been said and much has been speculated about the swine flu or rather the H1N1 influenza virus in the last weeks. The World Health Organization has declared this swine flu as a stage five pandemic,  meaning that there has been human to human contact in a minimum of two countries in a single W.H.O region. Regardless of whether the swine flu become a world wide pandemic or downgrades to become as dangerous as the seasonal flu. Vaccines for H1N1 are starting to be administered everywhere in the world.

Creating Influenza Vaccines

  The Swine Flu vaccine is finally becoming available and just in time, as the H1N1 virus is starting to spread at a more rapid pace than expected because this is a new The new vaccine will take several months at least to get everyone who wants to be vaccinated. Because of the threat of this virus becoming a global crisis the governments around the world are putting an enormous amount of resources toward getting the vaccine administered to as many people as fast as possible.

Pharmaceutical Companies

The major pharmaceutical companies from all over the globe are also working very hard to deliver the swine flu vaccine in record time.  Major biotech companies from all over the world are still working on producing more H1N1 vaccine.

Protect yourself from the swine flu

While there has not been time for extensive testing, All major health authorities are advising people to get vaccinated as soon as possible. There are different ways you can protect yourself and your family from getting the swine flu. Here are the best methods of prevention.

1)  Hand washing is the single most effective way to prevent the spread of communicable diseases

2) Keep common surfaces clean and sanitized with disinfectant.

3) Stay away from people who have the flu. It's that simple. If you are sick, avoid going to work  as you may spread influenza easily to others.  You should also visit those who are sick only if you have to.

 H1N1 Vaccine Updates

 Discount Vaccines will keep you updated as to any concerns regarding the vaccine for this new form of influenza. Check back often and watch for any new information about the swine flu outbreak .