NYT: A Quartet Of Op-Ed Pieces On Swine Flu



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Today the New York Times published 4 Op-Ed pieces on the Swine Flu threat in anticipation of the pandemic’s resurgence this fall.  

 

From home care of flu victims and possible school closures, to airline passenger hygiene and educating the public about vaccines, these opinion pieces contain sensible and measured advice.  


Well worth following the links to read them.

 

A hat tip to Shiloh on Flutrackers for posting these links.

 

 

 

 

Ready for Swine Flu, Round 2?

Published: August 1, 2009

 

History suggests that we are likely to to experience a much bigger, second wave of H1N1 influenza pandemic in the fall. Four experts discuss different areas that will play a role in the public health response.

E.R.'s May Be the First Victims

By ERIC TONER


We must plan now to prepare emergency rooms to meet the challenge, and educate patients with mild symptoms to seek alternative care.

The ABC's of H1N1

By JAMES C. KING Jr.


Schools are a perfect environment for a virus to spread, so every county should make a concerted effort to monitor and minimize outbreaks.

Fly the Germ-Free Skies

By MARK GENDREAU


Airports and airline personnel should be fully trained in infection control measures, and hand sanitizers should be available throughout airports and aboard aircraft.

Prepare for a Vaccine Controversy

By ARTHUR ALLEN


If a vaccine for the H1N1 flu becomes widely available, the next challenge will be on educating the public on the risks and benefits of vaccination.

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