Articles written by Vandana Bhide

Influenza A viruses are made of RNA. Human, swine and avian forms of influenza A virus strains can reassort to form novel viruses to which humans do not have immunity.

Jul 24, 2009 - Vandana Bhide

H1N1 vaccine is recommended for daycare/school staff, children age 6 months, pregnant women, health care workers and adults age 65 who are prone to flu complications.

Jul 16, 2009 - Vandana Bhide

Oseltamivir and zanamivir are used to treat Influenza A H1N1 (swine flu).Patients at high risk for complications such as pneumonia should receive antiviral medicines.

May 16, 2009 - Vandana Bhide

N95 Respirators were approved by the FDA to reduce the transmission of Novel Flu H1N1, previously called Swine Flu. A tight seal must be formed over the mouth and nose.

May 11, 2009 - Vandana Bhide

Handwashing is the single most important measure to prevent the spread of infections, including swine flu. 15-20 seconds of hand washing is recommended to remove germs.

May 11, 2009 - Vandana Bhide

Omega-3 fatty acids reduce serum fats and cholesterol. Omega-3 fatty acids prevent heart attacks, stroke and sudden death. They improve cholesterol, memory and arthritis.

Apr 27, 2009 - Vandana Bhide

Studies show that broccoli sprouts decrease infection with a bacteria called Helicobacter pylori. H.pylori is linked to peptic ulcers, stomach cancers, gastric lymphoma.

Apr 20, 2009 - Vandana Bhide

Better childhood health is promoted by ensuring that every day children get 5 fruits/vegetables, no more than 2 hrs screen time,1 hr aerobic exercise and 0 sugary drinks.

Apr 19, 2009 - Vandana Bhide

Children with autism showed significant improvement in receptive language, eye contact, social interactions and overall functioning with hyperbaric oxygen treatment.

Apr 14, 2009 - Vandana Bhide