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11 Afghans Die of H1N1, Troops Suffering

11 Afghans Die of H1N1, Troops Suffering

KABUL (AP) -- Swine flu has left 11 people dead in Afghanistan, where hundreds of Afghan and international troops are battling the disease and facing a rising militant insurgency.

Flu Drug Advised For Pregnant Women With Swine Flu

Flu Drug Advised For Pregnant Women With Swine Flu

ATLANTA (AP) -- Pregnant women should take prescription flu medicines if they are diagnosed with the new swine flu, health officials said Tuesday.

Developments On Swine Flu Worldwide

Developments On Swine Flu Worldwide

(AP) -- Key developments on swine flu outbreaks, according to U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, World Health Organization and government officials:

26 More Mass. Residents Have Swine Flu

26 More Mass. Residents Have Swine Flu

BOSTON (AP) -- Massachusetts public health officials say the number of confirmed swine flu cases in the state has jumped by 26 to 71.

WHO: Up To 2 Billion People Might Get Swine Flu

WHO: Up To 2 Billion People Might Get Swine Flu

GENEVA (AP) -- The World Health Organization says up to 2 billion people could be infected by swine flu, if the current outbreak turns into a pandemic.

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Leading US Health Expert Urging Cautious Approach

Leading US Health Expert Urging Cautious Approach

WASHINGTON (AP) -- A leading U.S. health expert said Monday that while "there are encouraging signs" of a leveling off in the severity of the swine flu threat, it's still too early to declare the problem under control.

Mexico May End National Shutdown

Mexico May End National Shutdown

MEXICO CITY (AP) -- Mexico may soon be open for business again after a national shutdown due to the swine flu outbreak.

Now 7 Swine Flu Cases In Maine

Now 7 Swine Flu Cases In Maine

AUGUSTA (NEWS CENTER)--The governor's office reports Sunday that another adult in York County has come down with the H1N1 virus. There are now seven cases in Maine, and according to David Farmer of the governor's office, all are at home recovering.

Swine Flu: Clarification and Treating the Virus

Swine Flu: Clarification and Treating the Virus

PORTLAND (NEWS CENTER) -- Dr. Doug Salvador, Associate Chief Medical Officer, from Maine Medical Center spoke with News Center about clarification of the virus and tips for dealing with and treating flu-like symptoms.

Six Flu Cases In Maine

Six Flu Cases In Maine

AUGUSTA (NEWS CENTER) -- More cases of swine flu have been confirmed in Maine. 

Anti-Viral Medication Arrives In Maine

AUGUSTA (NEWS CENTER) -- The number of Swine Flu cases in Maine remained at six Saturday.

Emergency Personnel Take Precautions

Emergency Personnel Take Precautions

PORTLAND (NEWS CENTER) -- Emergency personnel around the state have been getting daily swine flu briefings, and they are taking a few extra precautions as a result.

Flu Outbreak Increases Demand For Locally Made Product

Flu Outbreak Increases Demand For Locally Made Product

WESTBROOK (NEWS CENTER) -- While many businesses are being hurt by the flu outbreak, one here in Maine is benefitting.

CDC: New Virus Lacks Genes Of 1918 Killer Flu

CDC: New Virus Lacks Genes Of 1918 Killer Flu

ATLANTA (AP) -- The new swine flu virus lacks genes that made the 1918 pandemic strain so deadly, a U.S. health official said Friday.

Maine Swine Flu Count Unchanged

Maine Swine Flu Count Unchanged

PORTLAND (AP) -- Maine's top health official says the number of swine flu cases remains unchanged Friday.

President Hopes Swine Flu Acts Like `Ordinary' Flu

President Hopes Swine Flu Acts Like `Ordinary' Flu

WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Barack Obama is voicing hope the swine flu virus will run its course "like ordinary flus."

Some N.H. Parents Pull Kids From School

Some N.H. Parents Pull Kids From School

MILTON, N.H. (AP) -- Several parents in Milton, N.H., sidestepped officials' assurances and removed their children from the elementary school after learning a teacher recently returned from Mexico, ground zero for the swine flu outbreak.

Diocese Taking Precautions Agains Flu

Diocese Taking Precautions Agains Flu

PORTLAND (AP) -- The Roman Catholic Church is announcing precautionary steps to prevent the spread of swine flu at Masses in Maine.

Maine A.G. Warns of Swine Flu Scams

Maine A.G. Warns of Swine Flu Scams

AUGUSTA (AP) -- Attorney General Janet Mills says Mainers have been getting e-mails with the phrase "Swine Flu" in the subject line. The e-mails can have links to ads for a supposed flu medicine.

Mexican Health Official Says WHO Slow To Act

Mexican Health Official Says WHO Slow To Act

MEXICO CITY (AP) -- Mexico's top epidemiologist says the World Health Organization was slow to react to an outbreak of atypical pneumonia that grew into the swine flu epidemic, and wants a probe.

School, Day Care And More Closed Due To Flu

School, Day Care And More Closed Due To Flu

KENNEBUNK (NEWS CENTER) -- The Kennebunk School District has shut down its elementary school for 7 days -- because a student there has a suspected case of swine flu.

Options For People Who Can't Afford To See A Doctor

Options For People Who Can't Afford To See A Doctor

AUGUSTA (NEWS CENTER) -- The Governor says anyone with symptoms of the Swine Flu should see a doctor, and announces options for those without health insurance.

Governor Baldacci: Probable Swine Flu Case In Penobscot County

Governor Baldacci: Probable Swine Flu Case In Penobscot County

(NEWS CENTER) -- Thursday, Governor Baldacci said there is a probable case of swine flu in Penobscot County.

NH Gov Says 'Probable Case' Of Swine Flu In State

NH Gov Says 'Probable Case' Of Swine Flu In State

CONCORD, N.H. (AP) -- Health officials are investigating a "probable case" of swine flu in New Hampshire involving an employee at Concord Hospital.

Swine-Flu Outbreak Fuels Debate About Securing Border

Swine-Flu Outbreak Fuels Debate About Securing Border

(The Arizona Republic) -- The rapidly spreading swine flu is prompting calls for the U.S. to close its border with Mexico, where the outbreak originated, but some fear the disease is being exploited for political purposes by immigration foes.

Swine Flu Q&A: Yes, You Can Eat Pork. No, Don't Take Tamiflu 'In Case'

Swine Flu Q&A: Yes, You Can Eat Pork. No, Don't Take Tamiflu 'In Case'

(USA TODAY) -- Here are answers to questions you may have about swine flu:

US Swine Flu Total Tops 100

US Swine Flu Total Tops 100

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The CDC reports that the number of swine flu cases in the United States has topped 100, with confirmed infections in 11 states.

Governor Confirms 3 Cases Of Swine Flu In Maine

Governor Confirms 3 Cases Of Swine Flu In Maine

AUGUSTA (NEWS CENTER) -- Governor John Baldacci announced at a press conference Wednesday that there are 3 confirmed cases of swine flu in Maine.

WHO Raises Pandemic Flu Alert -- Believes Global Outbreak Imminent

WHO Raises Pandemic Flu Alert -- Believes Global Outbreak Imminent

GENEVA (AP) -- The World Health Organization has raised its pandemic alert for swine flu to the second highest level, meaning that it believes a global outbreak of the disease is imminent.

Medical Supply Shop Runs Out Of Isolation Masks

Medical Supply Shop Runs Out Of Isolation Masks

(NBC) -- At Abel Medical Supply in Ft. Pierce, Florida Laurie Lowe is used to fielding calls for wheel chairs, bed pans and braces, but this week all anyone seems to want are masks.   "They're already sold out," said Lowe, a retail manager at the Ft. Pierce store.  

Swine Flu Forces Texas HS Officials To Halt Sports

Swine Flu Forces Texas HS Officials To Halt Sports

AUSTIN, Texas (AP) -- Texas officials are postponing all public high school athletic and academic competitions until May 11 because of the swine flu outbreak.

U.S. Sees First Death From Swine Flu

U.S. Sees First Death From Swine Flu

WASHINGTON, (AP) - The CDC says swine flu has killed a 23-month-old child in Texas. It's the first U.S. death in the current outbreak.

Flu Medicine Flying Off Shelves At Border Pharmacies

Flu Medicine Flying Off Shelves At Border Pharmacies

(NBC) -- Pharmacies along the U.S. border with Mexico say they are having a hard time keeping flu medicine in stock.  

Dr. Dora Mills On Swine Flu

Dr. Dora Mills On Swine Flu

Dr. Dora Mills on the Swine Flu outbreak. We'll talk with her about how worried you should be and how you can protect yourself.

Portland Area Prepared For Swine Flu

Portland Area Prepared For Swine Flu

PORTLAND (NEWS CENTER) -- If you call 911 because you are not feeling well, be prepared to answer a few new questions.

NYC Health Commissioner:

NYC Health Commissioner: "Many Hundreds" Of Children Suspected To Have Swine Flu

NEW YORK (AP) -- New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg says two people are hospitalized with suspected swine flu.

CDC: Confirmed Swine Flu Cases In US Jumps To 64

CDC: Confirmed Swine Flu Cases In US Jumps To 64

ATLANTA (AP) -- Health officials say the number of confirmed swine flu cases in the United States has jumped to 64.

WHO Raises Pandemic Flu Alert Level To Phase 4

WHO Raises Pandemic Flu Alert Level To Phase 4

MEXICO CITY (AP) -- Mexico says the World Health Organization has raised its pandemic alert for swine flu by one level, two steps short of declaring a full-blown pandemic

US Reports 50 Cases

US Reports 50 Cases

EL PASO, Texas (AP) -- Health officials in the U.S. are now reporting 50 swine flu cases. Most of the cases are mild and none fatal.

Maine Health Officials Prepare For Swine Flu

Maine Health Officials Prepare For Swine Flu

(NEWS CENTER) -- Health officials in Maine are taking steps to combat the swine influenza should it infect people here.

Swine Flu Worry: US Advises Against Mexico Trips

Swine Flu Worry: US Advises Against Mexico Trips

WASHINGTON (AP) -- U.S. officials advised Americans against most travel to Mexico on Monday as a swine flu virus that began there spread to the United States and beyond.

Mexico: Suspected Swine Flu Deaths Climb To 149

Mexico: Suspected Swine Flu Deaths Climb To 149

MEXICO CITY (AP) -- Mexican Health Secretary Jose Angel Cordova says the government lacks the staff needed to visit the homes of everyone suspected of dying from swine flu.

40 Swine Flu Cases In US; Agents Checking Borders

40 Swine Flu Cases In US; Agents Checking Borders

WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Barack Obama said Monday the threat of spreading swine flu infections was a concern but "not a cause for alarm," while customs agents began checking people coming into the United States by land and air.

Developments On Swine Flu Worldwide

Developments On Swine Flu Worldwide

(AP) -- Key developments on swine flu outbreaks:

State Officials Monitor Swine Flu

State Officials Monitor Swine Flu

AUGUSTA (AP) -- Maine officials, like their counterparts elsewhere, are monitoring swine flu developments.

EU Health Minister: Don't Travel To Mexico Or US

EU Health Minister: Don't Travel To Mexico Or US

LUXEMBOURG (AP) -- The European Union's health commissioner urged Europeans on Monday to postpone nonessential travel to the United States or Mexico due to swine flu.

White House Details Govt Response to Swine Flu

White House Details Govt Response to Swine Flu

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The White House plans a briefing Sunday afternoon to discuss swine flu and the government's response.

NH Health Officials Meet About Swine Flu

NH Health Officials Meet About Swine Flu

CONCORD, N.H. (AP) -- New Hampshire physicians have been asked to keep a close eye on patients with respiratory illnesses as cases of human swine flu continue to increase.

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