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Latest Swine Flu Updates – 07 / 09 /09

— Swine Flu Update —

Since our last update, it seems evident that another violent wave of H1N1 (or swine flu) is active in some unaffected countries. Officials have been notified and heavily affected areas are now starting to report resistance to the ‘Tamiflu’ drug – the elected medication given to those who contract this virus.

There are also reports that banks and more businesses where close contact is normally made, will close for short periods as to stop the risk of swine spreading even more rapidly. We did report the possibility of such events taking place, and now this news is appearing across our terminal, we continue to tell our members not to panic but to act with sensible caution.

As previously stated, we feel that either a new pandemic will emerge later this year (NOV / DEC) or this one will re-emerge. We still feel the latter will playout but realize the nasty characteristics of this virus and the erratic capabilities it has to morph or mix with other flu like variants.

There is no doubt this event is going to greatly affect the economy.  Add to it a natural disaster or two over the next few months, and the economy will take another hit.

There is a general feeling in the camp, that doctors are not reporting all known cases to the health departments so as to keep the real numbers of people becoming infected and to stop people in the general public from panicing.

We realize the complexities of this virus and the delicate position it can put one in. But we still hold the same opinion that strict precautions are needed especially when countries located in the Northern Hemisphere roll on into Winter time (or flu season) . We feel that this period will bring the most extreme cases, and will be a time where people are at most risk.

Many FFT members have contacted us in regards to the forecast we released back in April of this year (see above) due to the high accuraccy of this forecast report, and are quite anxious. At this stage is is extremely important to practice good hygiene, and build the bodies immunities up, so as to lower the risk of contracting the H1N1 or a variant.

We will endeavor to keep our members notified to any important news in regards to this topic, and will update where necessary. Thankyou.

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This whole swine flu pandemic saga is very interesting I must say. Even here in Australia we are getting our fair share of swine flu cases especially down south in the state of Victoria, which is normally termed the FLU CAPITOL of Australia in our normally annual flu season.

Since the WHO upgraded this situation to PHASE 6 – We have been flooded with emails from people around the world stunned about our swine flu pandemic forecasts and it’s accuracy. In no way do we enjoy releasing such pessimistic news, but we feel our role is to educate people and keep them informed as to possible events that could play out. Especially an event such as this swine flu pandemic.

If you remember, we released one of our swine flu pandemic forecasts back in April . (see below)

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The First part of our swine flu pandemic forecast (at the end of our report) seems to be playing out….SCARY!

Now the swine flu pandemic, is actually officially a pandemic, it is scary situation. But we still feel that although this pandemic is spreading quickly, there is a high possibility that a more violent wave of swine flu is coming down the track. There is a possibility this will occur more towards the end of 2009 in  Nov / Dec (as our investigations suggest) or around the Christmas holidays.

There are several reasons for this, but going from a more historical perspective a similar situation occurred back in 1918 commonly referred to as the ‘Spanish flu‘, it shares many similarities with what is happening at the moment with this swine flu pandemic.

I know some people might have laughed at us, as we released our swine flu pandemic report, but it seems the other trends we forecast could play out now also. Many people continue to email us, very concerned about their family and loved ones.

Although there is much concern about this, and those in the community with OCD about washing their hands are now, not so embarrassed.  There is no reason for you to panic. I agree while we must treat this swine flu pandemic seriously, the important thing is to ensure you are taking the proper precautions and measures to decrease the chances of contracting this awful flu.

Our members have received the Following helpful hints :-

# Tip #1: Stay home if you’re sick.
# Tip #2: Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
# Tip #3: Wash your hands often and avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.
# Tip #4: Cover your mouth or nose with a tissue when coughing or sneezing.
# Tip #5: Keep up with health information in your own community
# Tip #6: Maintain at least one meter distance from people who have flu-like symptoms such as coughing.
# Tip #7: Consult your doctor if you have a cough and fever.
# Tip #8: Clean surfaces that are touched often.

This is plain common sense really, and its about all that you can do at this stage.

We promise to keep you updated throughout the next few months with any information we think is relevant to this swine flu pandemic situation.

That’s if for now. Enjoy your weekend!

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