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Swine Flu and Hyperbole

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Real Estate Agent with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices | Pen Fed Realty 3107554

There have been a total of 226 swine flu cases reported in the US.  In comparison to the US population this is miniscule.  There has been only 1 case of death from this flu.  The biggest state affected is New York, followed by Texas, followed by California.  That makes sense that where some of our largest population resides, so do the swine flu show up. 

In the State of Florida there have only been 3 reported cases.

The Federal Government and manufactureres have begun the process of developing a vaccine against the novel H1N1 flu virus.  People who are sick are urged tos tay home from work or school and to avoid contact with others, except to seek medical care.

Here are some tips to keep you healthy:

1)  Stay informed and don't fall into the hyperbole of the news media

2)  Influenza is spread mainly person-to-person through coughing or sneezing of infected people.

3)  Cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze and throw away the tissue after you use it.

4)  Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after coughing or sneezing and carry alcohol-based water free hand cleaners with you.

5)  Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.

6) Stay home if you are sic.

7) Follow public health advice regarding school closures or avoid large crowds of people and social gatherings.

8) Develop a family emergency plan and store ICE or In Case of Emergency in your cell phone.

CDC phone number is 1-800-CDC-INFO for more information.

And remember that heart disease is the number on top killer of humans world-wide so watch what you eat and exercise for a healthy mind and body.

Cheers!

Call Kelly Klein, Destin Real Estate Agent for Red Hot Realty, to list and sell your home or condo or help you buy a home or rental property on the Emerald Coast of Florida in Walton, Okaloosa and Bay Counties-  Blue Mountain Beach, Bluewater Bay, Destin, Eglin AFB, Grayton Beach, Hurlburt Field, Highway 30A, Niceville, Panama City Beach, Rosemary Beach, Santa Rosa Beach, Seacrest Beach, Seagrove Beach, Seaside, Watercolor.   Kelly is a buyer's representative and foreclosure specialist and can help you buy a foreclosed property in and around Destin and Panama City Beach, Florida.  850-420-2480.  Http://www.kellykleinsoldmine.com

 

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Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®
RE/MAX Platinum - Waukesha, WI
Giving Back With Each Home Sold!

Kelly, great post...I like the end where you put things in perspective on the heart disease risks too!

May 05, 2009 01:54 AM
Betina Foreman
WJK Realty - Austin, TX
Realtor, C.N.E., with WJK REALTY

Dear Kelly,

Thanks for another great post. It is amazing how upset people can get once the media whip them into a frenzy. Be careful and protect yourself is great advice. Thanks!

Betina

May 18, 2009 06:59 AM
Betina Foreman
WJK Realty - Austin, TX
Realtor, C.N.E., with WJK REALTY

My Mom was also a big fan of spray Lysol. She kept a can in the car to spray door handles and public bathrooms. She was single handedly going to knock out every germ in TX! Stay healthy!

May 23, 2009 09:10 AM