http://www.sinusfresh.com/ SinusFresh Blog en-us Sat, 25 May 2013 22:51:32 GMT Sat, 25 May 2013 22:51:32 GMT CF_SiteBuilder Blog Plugin http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss sinusfreshadmin@sinusfresh.com sinusfreshadmin@sinusfresh.com http://www.sinusfresh.com/?action=blog_showblog   The flu vaccine for the upcoming season should trigger some déjà vu: The formulation will be identical to last year’s.  In 2008 the vaccine mismatches for all three targets was acknowledge and all three were changed for the 2008/2009 season in the northern hemisphere. In 2011 this was denied, targets unchanged.  In other words, the vaccine won't work against the strains that are causing P&I. Catch the full commentary at Recombinomics:  Influenza Vaccine Concerns   Cold and Flu Season Wed, 10 Aug 2011 04:09:07 GMT http://www.sinusfresh.com/ http://www.sinusfresh.com/?action=blog_showblog Sinusfresh Viral Alert; May 22-28, 2011 Viral Alerts for week of May 22-28, 2011: Measles Outbreak—How to Protect Yourself health.yahoo.net Measles Outbreak Alert: 23 states have cases Beware: 2011 is on track to be the worst year for measles cases in more than a decade. Jamaica records second H1N1 death :: News go-jamaica.com Jamaica Alert: H1N1 claims second life A female patient, who was confirmed with the illness, died at the University Hospital of the West Indies last Sunday. Fatal Stroke Linked To Influenza Infection of Pennsylvania Child www.recombinomics.com Pennsylvania Alert: "Mystery Virus" caused child to have stroke like symptoms Recombinomics Commentary CDC Features - Staying Healthy on a Cruise www.cdc.gov Tis the season for cruise ship fun, why not read about how to protect your self from diseases and remember to pick up a bottle of sinofresh before you go. Don't risk spoiling your cruise vacation with an unexpected illness. Follow these tips for a safe and healthy cruise vacation. New details on Legionnaires at Selfridge news.yahoo.com Six people have now been confirmed to have Legionnaire's at Selfridge Air National Guard Base Flu Report from the CDC. May 22-28, 2011 http://www.cdc.gov/flu/weekly/ SinusFresh Viral Alerts Sat, 28 May 2011 08:56:15 GMT http://www.sinusfresh.com/ http://www.sinusfresh.com/?action=blog_showblog Pneumonia and Influenza Death Toll In El Paso Increases To 83 Recombinomics Commentary 19:30 May 19, 2011 Read full commentary here FDA: Hand Sanitizers Don't Prevent MRSA abcnews.go.comThe FDA charged four hand sanitizer and antiseptic companies Wednesday with making false claims that their products prevent the potentially-lethal MRSA infection. The companies are Tec, CleanWell, Dr. G.H. Tichenor Antiseptic Co., JD Nelson and Associates. HORSE OWNERS JITTERY AS DEADLY NEW EQUINE VIRUS REACHES CALIFORNIA | East County Magazine eastcountymagazine.orgMay 19, 2011 (San Diego’s East County) – Horses from across the West were exposed to a deadly new form of Equine Herpes Virus at a Utah horse show. There is no vaccine for Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy (EHM), which is caused by Equine Herpes Virus (EHV-1). The disease, which results in neuoro... Weekly Flu Report from the CDC. Week of May 8-14, 2011 http://www.cdc.gov/flu/weekly/ SinusFresh Viral Alerts Mon, 23 May 2011 03:57:43 GMT http://www.sinusfresh.com/ http://www.sinusfresh.com/?action=blog_showblog World Health Organization Epidemiological Alert: On Probable Influenza A(H1N1) 2009 Outbreaks (Published on 20 April 2011) Since the beginning of 2011, in the region of the Americas, there have been significant outbreaks of influenza A (H1N1) 2009, that while geographically limited, have generated a significant demand on health services. This situation is not unexpected. Since the end of the pandemic (2009-2010), the influenza A (H1N1) 2009 virus, continues to circulate on a global level like a seasonal strain, periodically causing important outbreaks in various continents. Considering the possibility of outbreaks occurring on account of the influenza A (H1N1) 2009 virus in the countries of the Region, national authorities should be prepared to mitigate the resulting impact. Find list of affected regions here. SinusFresh Viral Alerts Sat, 30 Apr 2011 07:53:09 GMT http://www.sinusfresh.com/ http://www.sinusfresh.com/?action=blog_showblog WHO Issues H1N1 Pandemic Alert April 26, 2011 Since the beginning of 2011, in the region of the Americas, there have been significant outbreaks of influenza A (H1N1) 2009 that, while geographically limited, have generated a significant demand on health services. There have been outbreaks in Ecuador (January 2011), Mexico and Venezuela (March 2011). In the past 3 weeks, the Dominican Republic's National Influenza Centre has detected an increase in the positive samples of influenza A(H1N1) 2009. In the last month, other sporadic detections have occurred in Cuba, Colombia, Honduras, Jamaica and El Salvador. It is recommended that all of the countries activate their National Preparedness Plans for the pandemic and follow the WHO and PAHO recommendations. Catch the full story on Recombinomics here. WHO H1N1 Pandemic Alert - Receptor Binding Domain Changes April 26, 2011 The Institute of Diagnosis and Epidemiological Reference (InDRE) of Mexico carried out genetic sequencing of the first three pandemic (H1N1) 2009 influenza cases (two fatal cases and one mild), and reported that the virus is homologous to the one that is currently circulating worldwide. Thus far, there is no evidence that the influenza strains identified have mutations that confer greater virulence or antiviral resistance. This outbreak occurred along the US-Mexico border region and has not been associated with excessive demand of the health services. In the rest of Mexico, isolated influenza A/H1N1 2009 cases have been reported, but there are no other outbreaks reported at this time. Catch the full story on Recombinomics here. WHO H1N1 Pandemic Alert - Rapid Spread of D225N April 26, 2011 Thus far, there is no evidence that the influenza strains identified have mutations that confer greater virulence or antiviral resistance. This outbreak occurred along the US-Mexico border region and has not been associated with excessive demand of the health services. Since the beginning of 2011, in the region of the Americas, there have been significant outbreaks of influenza A (H1N1) 2009, that while geographically limited, have generated a significant demand on health services. Catch the full story on Recombinomics here. WHO H1N1 Pandemic Alert - Message Management - Still no Mainstream media coverage April 26, 2011 Implement a risk communication plan to prevent and/or reduce the population’s anxiety. The press has a key role in disseminating information. It is necessary to inform (disseminate) that the large majority of infections are asymptomatic or present non-specific symptoms. The above instructions on message management are from the recent WHO H1N1 pandemic alert. Although most H1N1 cases are mild, the current outbreak presents serious problems because of the frequency of D225N and associated with severe and fatal cases, as well as the vaccine failures with patients infected with H1N1 closely related to the Chihuahua sub-clade. Catch the full story on Recombinomics here. SinusFresh Viral Alerts Sat, 30 Apr 2011 08:13:38 GMT http://www.sinusfresh.com/ http://www.sinusfresh.com/?action=blog_showblog H1N1 Death Clusters In Chihuahua Mexico Grow April 20, 2011 This day two more people joined the H1N1 influenza deaths in the state of Chihuahua. A man died in the state capital after being hospitalized since March 15. Also this day a young woman, died in an IMSS clinic in Juarez, she had symptoms since 22 March. According to the state Health Department confirmed the 12 deaths are six in Juarez, Chihuahua and five more in the town of Guadalupe. Catch the full story on Recombinomics here. SinusFresh Viral Alerts Wed, 27 Apr 2011 06:57:30 GMT http://www.sinusfresh.com/ http://www.sinusfresh.com/?action=blog_showblog April 14, 2011 Another Thailand traveller was treated in hospital after spending time in Chiang Mai, where a number of tourists have mysteriously died since January. Catch the full story on CNEWS here. SinusFresh Viral Alerts Wed, 27 Apr 2011 07:06:06 GMT http://www.sinusfresh.com/ http://www.sinusfresh.com/?action=blog_showblog Pneumonia & Influenza Death Rate Spikes In El Paso Texas April 21, 2011 concerns that the spike in deaths is linked to the recent H1N1 outbreak in Juarez just across the border in Chihuahua, Mexico, which is supported by the elevated numbers in each age group under 65. Catch the full story on Recombinomics here. SinusFresh Viral Alerts Wed, 27 Apr 2011 07:12:07 GMT http://www.sinusfresh.com/ http://www.sinusfresh.com/?action=blog_showblog Mexico markers were also found in five sequences at GISAID (A/Maryland/04/2011, A/Oregon/03/2011, A/Pennsylvania/02/2011, A/Texas/07/2011,and A/Utah/08/2011) demonstrating the close relationship between the dominant sub-clade in Chihuahua and the five sequences in the United States. Catch the full story here. SinusFresh Viral Alerts Mon, 25 Apr 2011 06:31:52 GMT http://www.sinusfresh.com/ http://www.sinusfresh.com/?action=blog_showblog Three cases of human infection with a novel influenza A virus were reported during November and December, one each from Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, and Minnesota. Onset of the illnesses occurred in September, October, and November, respectively. All three patients were infected with swine-origin influenza A (H3N2) viruses. More info at Niman's Recombinomics site here. SinusFresh Viral Alerts Mon, 25 Apr 2011 06:41:42 GMT http://www.sinusfresh.com/ http://www.sinusfresh.com/?action=blog_showblog A "superbug" that outsmarts multiple types of antibiotics in the medical arsenal has infected more than 350 patients in Los Angeles-area facilities. And that has health officials nationwide worried. A study of the issue by the LA. County Department of Public Health will be presented in Dallas next week at the annual meeting of the Society for Healthcare Epidemiology of America. Catch the full story here. Sinusfresh makes no claim that our products will be affective against virii mentioned in this article. Article is for information purposes only. SinusFresh Viral Alerts Wed, 20 Apr 2011 08:55:08 GMT http://www.sinusfresh.com/ http://www.sinusfresh.com/?action=blog_showblog CRKP and MRSA infects patients, usually the elderly—who are already ill and living in long-term healthcare facilities, such as nursing homes. People who are on ventilators, require IVs, or have undergone prolonged treatment with certain antibiotics face the greatest threat of CRKP infection. Healthy people are at very low risk for CRKP.There are 2 types of MRSA, a form that affects hospital patients, with similar risk factors to CRKP, and another even more frightening strain found in communities, attacking people of all ages who have not been in medical facilities, including athletes, weekend warriors who use locker rooms, kids in daycare centers, soldiers, and people who get tattoos.Nearly 500,000 people a year are hospitalized with MRSA.Catch the full story on health yahoo here. SinusFresh Viral Alerts Thu, 21 Apr 2011 01:20:05 GMT http://www.sinusfresh.com/ http://www.sinusfresh.com/?action=blog_showblog #carttoken#&action=ViewDetails&itemid=538661"> 12 Natural Tips to Prevent Cold or Flu: There are no known cures for colds and flu . . . So cold and flu prevention should be your goal. You can go on the offensive in warding off colds and flu which is apt to make your whole life healthier. Doctors will always recommend getting a flu shot, we believe there are healthier ways to prevent colds and flu. Not only that, a flu shot is not natural. Here are other strategies you can employ. #1 Wash Your Hands Most cold and flu viruses are spread by direct contact. Someone who has the flu sneezes onto their hand, and then touches the telephone, the keyboard, a kitchen glass. The germs can live for hours -- in some cases weeks -- only to be picked up by the next person who touches the same object. So wash your hands often. If no sink is available, rub your hands together very hard for a minute or so. That also helps break up most of the cold germs. Or rub an alcohol-based hand sanitizer onto your hands. #2 Don't Cover Your Sneezes and Coughs With Your Hands Because germs and viruses cling to your bare hands, muffling coughs and sneezes with your hands results in passing along your germs to others. When you feel a sneeze or cough coming, use a tissue, then throw it away immediately. If you don't have a tissue, cough or sneeze into the inside of your elbow. #3 Don't Touch Your Face Cold and flu viruses enter your body through the eyes, nose, or mouth. Touching their faces is the major way children catch colds, and a key way they pass colds on to their parents. #4 Drink Plenty of Fluids Water flushes your system, washing out the poisons as it rehydrates you. A typical, healthy adult needs eight 8-ounce glasses of fluids each day. How can you tell if you're getting enough liquid? If the color of your urine runs close to clear, you're getting enough. If it's deep yellow, you need more fluids. #5 Take a Sauna Researchers aren't clear about the exact role saunas play in prevention, but one 1989 German study found that people who steamed twice a week got half as many colds as those who didn't. One theory: When you take a sauna you inhale air hotter than 80 degrees, a temperature too hot for cold and flu viruses to survive. #6 Do Aerobic Exercise Regularly Aerobic exercise speeds up the heart to pump larger quantities of blood; makes you breathe faster to help transfer oxygen from your lungs to your blood; and makes you sweat once your body heats up. These exercises help increase the body's natural virus-killing cells. #7 Eat Foods Containing Phytochemicals "Phyto" means plants, and the natural chemicals in plants give the vitamins in food a supercharged boost. So put away the vitamin pill, and eat dark green, red, and yellow vegetables and fruits. #8 Eat Yogurt Some studies have shown that eating a daily cup of low-fat yogurt can reduce your susceptibility to colds by 25%. Researchers think the beneficial bacteria in yogurt may stimulate production of immune system substances that fight disease. #9 Don't Smoke Statistics show that heavy smokers get more severe colds and more frequent ones. Even being around smoke profoundly zaps the immune system. Smoke dries out your nasal passages and paralyzes cilia. These are the delicate hairs that line the mucous membranes in your nose and lungs, and with their wavy movements, sweep cold and flu viruses out of the nasal passages. Experts contend that one cigarette can paralyze cilia for as long as 30 to 40 minutes. #10 Cut Alcohol Consumption Heavy alcohol use suppresses the immune system in a variety of ways. Heavier drinkers are more prone to initial infections as well as secondary complications. Alcohol also dehydrates the body -- it actually causes more fluid loss from your system than it puts in. #11 Relax If you can teach yourself to relax, you can activate your immune system on demand. There's evidence that when you put your relaxation skills into action, your interleukins -- leaders in the immune system response against cold and flu viruses -- increase in the bloodstream. Train yourself to picture an image you find pleasant or calming. Do this 30 minutes a day for several months. Keep in mind, relaxation is a learnable skill, but it is not doing nothing. People who try to relax, but are in fact bored, show no changes in blood chemicals. #12 Sinofresh Nasal Spray Regimen Used daily following our recommended Directions for Use, Sinofresh Nasal Spray is an important part of your daily practice for preventing Cold and Flu in your and your families life. Read about how SinoFresh is effective against MRSA and H1N1. Check the Frequently Asked Questions about SinoFresh and then buy some today for your families well-being. Cold and Flu Season Tue, 26 Oct 2010 05:51:08 GMT http://www.sinusfresh.com/ http://www.sinusfresh.com/?action=blog_showblog Do you know why school kids get sick so often? Do you know The best ways to prevent illness in the classroom? Get the answers to these school health questions and more**. During your child's early school years, their immune system is put to the test. After all, young children in large groups are breeding grounds for the germs that cause illness. Here's why infectious illness is so common — and what your child can do to stay healthy in the classroom. How infections spread Many childhood illnesses are caused by viruses. All it takes is a single child to bring a virus to school for the spread to begin. Consider this common scenario — a child who has a cold coughs or sneezes in the classroom. The children sitting nearby inhale the infected respiratory droplets and the cold spreads. Or perhaps a child who has diarrhea uses the toilet and returns to the classroom without washing his or her hands. Illness-causing germs might spread from anything the sick child touches to other children who touch the same object and then put their fingers in their mouths. Why hand washing counts Frequent hand washing is the simplest — and most effective — way to prevent illness, both at home and at school. Remind your child to wash his or her hands before eating and after using the toilet, blowing his or her nose, or playing outside. Suggest soaping up for as long as it takes to sing the ABCs, the "Row, Row, Row Your Boat" song or the "Happy Birthday" song. Other school health tips Common sense can go a long way toward preventing illness in the classroom. In addition to frequent hand washing, teach your child other school health basics: Use hand sanitizer. Give your child alcohol-based hand sanitizer to keep in his or her desk. Remind your child to use the sanitizer before eating snacks or lunch and after using a shared computer mouse, pencil sharpener, water fountain or other community objects. You might also donate disinfecting wipes to the classroom for general use. Cover your mouth and nose when you cough or sneeze. Give your child a package of tissues to keep in his or her desk. Encourage your child to cough or sneeze into a tissue — then put the tissue in the trash, and wash his or her hands or use hand sanitizer. If it isn't possible to reach a tissue in time, remind your child to cough or sneeze into the crook of his or her elbow. Keep your hands away from your eyes and out of your mouth. Remind your child that hands are often covered in germs. Don't share water bottles, food or other personal items. Offer your child this simple rule — if you put the item in your mouth, keep it to yourself. The same goes for hats and other headgear. If your child shares pencils, markers or other classroom supplies, stress the importance of keeping them out of his or her mouth. Avoid anyone who's sick. Remind your child that sitting next to or playing with someone who's sick could lead to his or her own illness. SinoFresh® Effective Against Germs (found in schools) In prior articles here on Sinusfresh.com we talked about how SinoFresh® Nasal Spray is effective against airborne germs, bacteria and viruses. In studies using animals Test data suggest SinoFresh® decreased the severity and/or incidence of H1N1 infection in test group animals. It has also been found to be effective in killing MRSA. Parents can use that same germ fighting power to help their children avoid germ caused illnesses found in schools. You simply follow the directions for use found on our website, Applying SinoFresh once in the morning before school and again when your child gets home. SinoFresh® is safe for use by children 12 years of age and older. Of course, it's also important for your child to eat a healthy diet and get plenty of sleep. To prevent spreading illness at home, use the same tips for the entire family. ** SinoFresh® nasal spray is not marketed to persons under the age of 18, and is safe for use by children 12 years of age and older. Back To School Illness Prevention Mon, 23 Aug 2010 21:01:16 GMT http://www.sinusfresh.com/ http://www.sinusfresh.com/?action=blog_showblog Can't figure out if you have Sinusitis, Allergy, Cold or Flu? Tips to figure out what's making you miserable. Your nose is stuffed, your headaches, it's hard to breathe. Something is hurting . . . but what? Is it your ears, your throat, your sinuses or your head? " . . . many people are suffering from sinus symptoms, but it's often difficult to tell the difference between chronic sinus problems and other conditions," says Dr. Michael G. Stampar an ENT in Englewood, FL. "This confusion can lead to needless suffering and wrongful use of antibiotics and sinus medications." According to Dr. Stampar, colds, flu, rhinitis, sinusitis, chronic sinusitis, and even migraines often share the same symptoms. In order to correctly diagnose and treat these conditions, physicians must carefully evaluate symptoms to provide proper treatment and medication. But, people don't always go to a doctor and if they do, they sometimes describe their symptoms incorrectly. A few simple questions can help people differentiate true sinus complaints from those that cause sinus symptoms. This knowledge can help them get the right treatment. Here are Dr. Stampar's tips on how to figure out what's making you feel so miserable: Sinus or not . . . . Do you have painful facial pressure, deep congestion, discolored nasal mucus, a headache in the morning, a low grade fever, fatigue or swelling in the eyes? These are symptoms of sinusitis, an infection or inflammation of the sinuses. There are four pairs of sinus cavities, located over the eyes, in the cheekbones, behind the nose and between the eyes. Symptoms depend upon where the sinus inflammation occurs. According to the centers of disease control, over 30 million Americans suffer from sinusitis. And, depending on whether they suffer from acute, recurrent, or chronic sinusitis, the sinusitis symptoms and suffering can last anywhere from two weeks to several months or years. Sinusitis rarely goes away without sinus treatment. Humidifiers, vaporizers, and heat can help alleviate discomfort, but most often treatment with an antibiotic and topical steroid is prescribed. Rhinitis: What most people call a sinus condition is really rhinitis, a reaction to a variety of irritants that cause inflamed and runny noses. The two most common types of rhinitis are allergic and non-allergic. Rhinitis is even more prevalent than sinusitis, but left untreated, both types can develop into true sinusitis. Allergic Rhinitis: Is your nose primarily wet and runny with sneezing, congestion, a scratchy throat or itchy eyes and ears? Then you probably have allergic rhinitis, which can occur seasonally or throughout the year. People with allergic noses typically go through a lot of tissues and are likely to have a bad season. Antihistamines and steroids often help. Non-Allergic Rhinitis: Do you have severe congestion, post nasal drip and a nose that's not wet and runny? Then you probably have non-allergic rhinitis, a.k.a. vasomotor rhinitis. This is a hyperactive nasal condition often triggered by nasal irritants such as dust, smoke, fumes, changes in temperature or humidity, hormonal changes, foods and sometimes medications. The latest breakthrough: If your nose is not runny, but you suffer from chronic sinus or chronic sinusitis symptoms, you may be having an inflammatory reaction triggered by inhaled mold or bacteria. Molds and fungi found in all environments and filtered by everyone's nose. Traditionally, doctors associated allergies with mold, but new research shows that a common reaction to mold is a non-allergic inflammation triggered in sensitive individuals. Some bacteria thought to be "normal flora" can also trigger these inflammatory reactions leading to congestion, post nasal-drainage and facial pressure without a runny nose. Daily hygienic cleansing of the nasal passages with a nasal sinus spray, sinus relief spray, or an over the counter spray, may be beneficial by killing germs and washing away environmental irritants. What's the pain? Do changes in the weather give you a headache and stuffy nose or post nasal drip? You may not be suffering from a sinus headache. Studies have shown that 97 percent of patient-perceived sinus headaches are migraines. Why? The migraine triggers the trigeminal nerve which causes pain in the forehead and mid-face where sinus symptoms most commonly occur. A recent study in Neurology showed that most migraines were accompanied by at least two of the following three factors: nausea, sensitivity to light, or inability to perform daily tasks. What to do? There are various prescription and over the counter medications to choose from. Such as nasal allergy treatments, antibiotics for sinus infection, sinus relief spray, sinus headache treatment, sinus infection treatment, various migraine medications, over the counter cold/flu medications, and much more. If you're not sure what the problem is . . . you may be taking the wrong medication all together! Regardless of the cause, most people who experience the misery of sinus symptoms are impatient to get rid of them. People who suffer ongoing sinus symptoms often try to find relief with decongestant nasal sprays, some of which can be addictive. Decongestants are meant for short term use, and if used long-term, can aggravate these problems and lead to additional congestion and swelling of the nasal passages. It often takes a physician willing to carefully evaluate symptoms to determine why someone is having a problem. See a doctor if your symptoms worsen or if they persist for a long time. What Ails You Wed, 16 Jun 2010 18:20:48 GMT http://www.sinusfresh.com/