On February 12, 2010 the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released their latest situation update on the H1N1 swine flu. The CDC reports that most key flu indicators remain the same. However, flu indicators suggest that people continue to be infected by the H1N1 flu.
"We don't seem to be seeing the disappearance of this virus," says CDC official, Dr. Anne Schuchat, in a news report.
For the fourth week in a row, no states were reporting widespread cases. The six states reporting flu activity include Alabama, Georgia, Maine, New Jersey, New Mexico, and South Carolina. Furthermore, the CDC reports that doctor visits for flu symptoms increased slightly nationally but remain low overall. There have been very few H1N1 hospitalizations reported by states.
Internationally, the World Health Organization is reporting a worldwide decline in H1N1 flu activity. British health authorities have shut down their swine flu hot line due to declining cases. There is debate among experts if there will be a new pandemic wave in the spring as seen last year.
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Prevention helps reduce the risk of colds and flu infection. Some preventive ways include frequent hand washing, maintaining a balanced diet, drinking adequate fluids, getting plenty of sleep and avoiding people who are ill. Supplementing with natural nutrients can also help prevent infections.
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