H1N1 Update

If you are still worried about H1N1 the good news is that by this time, most people, including you, will have already been exposed to the virus and have developed their own immunity to it (even without being vaccinated). But this is unlikely to be reported by mass media outlets. After all, thus far we have not been hearing that this virus, although initially feared due to its ability to mutate into something quite deadly, proved itself to be quite mild (in the southern hemisphere which saw their flu season a few months before we did here in the great north).

Second, we keep hearing about how many deaths have been incurred thus far, but not so much about the thousands (if not millions) that have been exposed or sick but found that this flu strain was no more 'deadly' than other flu strains they have had in the past. After all, it is the flu, and just like any flu, it will knock you out and force you to get back in touch with your bed (or sofa) as you recuperate.

So, its time to lighten up and try to think about something new. I don't know about you, but I am getting a little tired of all the media attention on H1N1 and how important it is to get vaccinated, and am looking forward to something new to chat about.

Just remember, it is flu season, and regardless of the strain you are trying to avoid, be sure to keep your immune system strong. And, two of the most important things you can do for yourself is to sleep and stress less, go figure!

Stay healthy,
:)
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