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Better Preparedness Against Tamiflu-Resistant Influenza Viruses

Posted by woodlandsacu@gmail.com on December 10, 2013 at 4:55 PM

Better Preparedness Against Tamiflu-Resistant Influenza Viruses

Dec. 9, 2013 — Influenza is a viral respiratory infection that spreads rapidly and cause widespread epidemics. A severe influenza pandemic is a major health problem and treatment with antiviral medications is a central part of the preparedness plan. Tamiflu is the most widely used drug.

Read the rest of the article here: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/12/131209105238.htm

As licensed acupuncturists, we can treat cold and flu symptoms very effectively with not only acupuncture but Chinese and Western herbal medicines.  Several formulals we routinely prescribe were used in combination to help prevent the spread of the H1N1virus in healthcare providers during the 2002-2003 SARS outbreak.  

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