The swine flu, also known as the H1N1 virus, has claimed several lives throughout the state of Alabama, and there have been some cases of UA students getting the virus on campus. However, the Student Health Center hopes to help students by providing the new FluMist vaccine, used to combat the swine flu virus. (more…)
Showering may be bad for your health, say US scientists, who have shown that dirty shower heads can deliver a face full of harmful bacteria. Tests revealed nearly a third of devices harbour significant levels of a bug that causes lung disease. Levels of Mycobacterium avium were 100 times higher than those found in typical household water supplies. M. avium forms a biofilm that clings to the inside of the shower head, reports the National Academy of Science.
In the Proceedings journal, the study authors say their findings might explain why there have been more cases of these lung infections in recent years, linked with people tending to take more showers and fewer baths. Water spurting from shower heads can distribute bacteria-filled droplets that suspend themselves in the air and can easily be inhaled into the deepest parts of the lungs, say the scientists from the University of Colorado at Boulder.
Potential threat
Lead researcher Professor Norman Pace, said: “If you are getting a face full of water when you first turn your shower on, that means you are probably getting a particularly high load of Mycobacterium avium, which may not be too healthy.”
Indian tradition emphasises on the immunity of people staying in the affected area. All special herbs and decoctions are taken to increase the immunity of the people.
Ayurveda promotes that if your immune system is strong, you would not be affected even if you are exposed to such deadly viruses. Your strong immune system will protect you from those viruses. Point is how to maintain that immunity.
Ginger and Tulsi (Basil)
Use them raw and they can be an excellent way to protect yourself boosting your immunity. Ginger has been known to fight different flu, cold and fever conditions. It not only is good for inflammation but also protects you from any infection that bothers you. Basil is an antiseptic and anti-bacterial herb. (more…)
