New Finding regarding the Pandemic Flu virus

According to an article in the Wall Street Journal, a recent study conducted in Vietnam found the reason the H5N1 virus (or most commonly known as the bird flu virus) is more deadly is due to its ability to replicate more vigorously then the common flu virus in humans. This is further validation, we believe, that there is a distict possibility of a pandemic outbreak--- if it is not contained by the scientific community, governments, and World Health Organization.

Many may dismiss this finding as the media just overreacting--- but (fair warning) don't be so quick to judge. Say, best case scenario, the H5N1 virus is contained and the general public hears no more of this threat. This would be wonderful news!

However, what if a pandemic does occur? Are you prepared?

CareTALK will be releasing a VOD series available online later this year focused on the Bird Flu virus and how you, as a caregiver to your parents, children relatives and friends, can be fully prepared. Another great, up to the minute resource is the official pandemic flu website created by the government (link is also found under our “Links” section on the right hand side).

The CareTALK Gals believe it is better to be safe (start preparing, research information, etc) than to be sorry and regret not having adequately prepared for a possible pandemic.