SWINE
STAFF BLOG CAPITOL CHAT 'Ban the Bug' campaign set
Health officials say that since H1N1 flu vaccinations are available at most clinics, pharmacies and other locations, most Minnesotans should get vaccinated. H1N1 flu, also known as swine flu, vaccinat...
Posted on 1/9/10 at 12:56 AM
ON MY MIND Swine flu vaccine? No, thanks
During the Thanksgiving gatherings with friends, one of the frequently asked questions was about H1N1 vaccination. My response was: "No. I don't take H1N1 vaccine or regular flu vaccine.&qu...
Posted on 12/4/09 at 6:42 PM
OH LOOK, A SHINY THING! Did I Just Kill 17 Million People? Oopsie!
I committed mass murder by accident this morning. Someone linked me this educational game that's supposed to teach you how difficult it is to manage a pandemic flu situation. Essentially, you get to m...
Posted on 10/22/09 at 4:47 AM
Minn. pigs may be positive for flu 
MINNEAPOLIS — Preliminary tests show three pigs in Minnesota may have contracted the swine flu virus, making them the first potential U.S. cases in swine, agricultural officials said Friday. They stressed the finding does not threaten food safety.
By Steve Karnowski, Associated Press Writer , October 17, 2009
Officials: Flu shots on the way
WILLMAR — If you haven’t received a flu shot yet, you’ll probably have to be patient a little longer.
By Anne Polta , October 16, 2009
Shipment of swine flu vaccine to Minnesota is reserved for kids
MINNEAPOLIS - A second shipment of the swine flu vaccine should reach Minnesota next week. But, don't call your local health clinic just yet to schedule a vaccination.
By AP wire report, West Central Tribune , October 09, 2009
Editorial: Make flu vaccine decisions informed
Schools started last month across West Central Minnesota and the flu has re-emerged throughout many schools and communities.
By West Central Tribune , October 09, 2009
Third of parents oppose swine flu shot
ATLANTA — As the first wave of swine flu vaccine crosses the country, more than a third of parents don’t want their kids vaccinated, according to a new Associated Press-GfK poll.
By Mike Stobbe , October 08, 2009
AP Poll: Third of parents oppose swine flu vaccine
ATLANTA (AP) — As the first wave of swine flu vaccine crosses the country, more than a third of parents don't want their kids vaccinated, according to an Associated Press-Gfk poll.
By AP wire report, West Central Tribune , October 07, 2009
Doctors provide parents with warning signs of severe flu
MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota's doctors are urging parents to watch for warnings signs that their child is having a bout of flu so severe it requires medical attention.
By AP wire report, West Central Tribune , October 07, 2009
Hennepin County child is 7th death in Minn. from H1N1 flu
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota has recorded its seventh death of complications from the swine flu, and this time it is a child from Hennepin County.
By AP wire report, West Central Tribune , October 05, 2009
CDC recommends relaxing rules of sick leave during flu outbreak
WILLMAR — The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is recommending employers relax their requirement for a doctor’s note to validate illness for employees who were out sick with the flu.
By David Little , September 26, 2009
Local officials plan to follow guidelines on when patients should see doc
WILLMAR — If you think you might have influenza, should you see a doctor?
By Anne Polta , September 24, 2009
Need a shot? You may have to wait
WILLMAR — Local demand for the seasonal influenza vaccine has been so high that Affiliated Community Medical Centers has stopped scheduling appointments for people to come in and get their flu shots.
By Anne Polta , September 24, 2009
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