Swine flu means Swine Influenza A, H1N1.Multiple new cases of a new strain of Swine flu (Swine Influenza A, H1N1) have been reported in Mexico and in the United States. Multiple deaths have been reported to the World Health Organization, currently assessing the accuracy of the incoming reports.
Historically, the CDC receives approximately one report of Swine flu case per 1 - 2 years in the United States but over the past four years, these numbers have tripled. Reports are updated daily at on the numbers the CDC is receiving including both national and international cases.
International officials are on alert and airports have begun to screen arriving passengers. Officials are surveying arriving passengers for any viral signs and symptoms. One airport in Chiba, Japan (Narita) is screening passengers arriving from Mexico utilizing thermo graphic imaging for increases in body temperature.
Transmission of Swine Flu (How is Swine Flu spread?)
Symptoms of Swine Flu
* Fever
* Muscle aches
* Lethargy
* Coughing
* Headache
* Sore throat
* Runny nose
* Nausea
* Vomiting
* Diarrhea
* Lack of appetite
Swine flu is spread as follows:
* Coughing
* Sneezing
* Kissing
* Touching infected objects
* Touching nose, mouth and/or eyes with infected hands
Those at higher risk include those with the following:
* Age of 65 years or older
* Chronic health problems (such as asthma, diabetes, heart disease)
* Pregnant women
* Young children
Complications (for all patients but especially for those at higher risk) can include:
* Pneumonia
* Bronchitis
* Sinus infections
* Ear infections
* Death
Diagnosis And Treatment Of Swine Flu
1. A respiratory sample collected within the first five days of illness will be collected.
2. The sample is sent to the CDC for laboratory analysis and confirmation.
At this time the CDC is recommending the use of oseltamivir (Tamiflu) or zanamivir (Relenza) for treatment and/or prevention of Swine flu.
Prevention of Swine Flu
* Covering nose and mouth with a tissue upon coughing and sneezing followed by proper disposal of the tissue.
* Avoiding contact with ill persons.
* Yoga and meditatation is the best prevention of Swine Flu. Do yoga regularly at the early morning.
* Avoiding the urge to touch nose, mouth and eyes in general.
* Staying home form work and/or school upon onset and for the duration of symptoms.
* Assuring adequate and thorough hand washing and use of alcohol based hand cleansers (in the absence of proper hand washing facilities).
* Providing tissues in common areas of homes, common and public areas.
* Encouraging pursuit of medical evaluation at earliest onset of symptoms.
* Use of masks to those who are exhibiting symptoms or who are ill.
* Maintenance of a 3 to 6 foot perimeter around a coughing patient.
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If the life of one the biggest hurdle will be the right time can be fine in a most painful problem Neck movement of life, there, general pain in the neck muscle tension from stress or the pain is no age limit. Usually, everyday activities are responsible.
Such activities for an hour on the table, while watching TV or reading are poor posture, or to keep your computer is too low, an uncomfortable position, or around the neck and a jarring manner while changing the exercising.People Monitor includes all the high mast sleeping with the age group had to face this problem, students, people in offices, old age people who are suffering most from this problem.
This stage in time for yoga and regular exercise a permanent cure the problem in the neck permanently remove this problem can have an important role.
.Bhujangasana (Cobra Pause ): This asana removes spinal painand and course other spinal disorder .it cures abdomen problem , constipation ,neck problem etc.Inspite of these this asanas has many other benefits mention below.
- Bhujangasana is one of the best asana for all spinal and back-ache problems.
- Bhujangasana tones up the entire spinal column pulling at the same time, the abdominal muscles.
- Asana is of particular help in toning up sluggish uterine muscles and ovaries.
- It is a powerful antidote against wet-dreams and leucorrhoea.
- It develops the chest and firms the bust.
- It helps to keep the female reproductive organs healthy.
- Good for injured and slightly displaced spinal discs. Puts discs in their original position.
- Tones up muscles, tendons and ligaments as well as nerves and blood vessels of the spinal regions.
- Tones up supra-renal medulla, which manufactures adrenalin, the hormone promoting energy.
- The thoracic cavity is widened and allows full expansion of the lungs, thereby increasing breathing power.
- Activates chest, shoulder, neck, face and head areas in an effective way, enhanceing facial beauty.
Technique: Lie on the floor with the face down ward; place the palm on the ground under heath the shoulder .slowly raise the head and the trunk like the hood of a spent ,bend the spine backward , stretch the feet backward so that the toes touch on the ground .there will be strain on the abdomen ,hold the breath ,and hold this position 10- 20 secs .
A steam bath pores, muscles opens angry soothes, increases circulation, and a generally relaxing and healthy experience provides. As the practice spread across and between contintents people for centuries have indulged in steam baths.
Now, modern technology, skilled, care spa bath in the establishment of control is enabled, fitness centers, meditation rooms, and personal residences in.
A very wet and warm for the treatment of health, people often want a peaceful steam bath outside. It usually wooden bench, which is kept at a temperature and a sauna full of mist, for a similar takes place in sealed rooms.
Because our bodies without overheating the temperature increase of 112 ° F (44 degrees Celsius), to humans around the maximum of a narrow temperature is the limit. Humidit so for maximum saturation benefits.You to your yoga studio, a local spa, health clinic, or stand in a steam bath can be found alone in the hot tub, saunas, or wading pool is established in May is the circulating steam will be replenished.
A steam bath there if you plan on trying several things to consider. First, for not more than 15-20 minutes at a time in the steam bath to be careful to avoid overheating. Symptoms of too much heat dizziness, dizziness, rapid heartbeat, or include excessive thirst. You at a time after many sessions may experience a cool - down period. A lot of water to drink and then make sure your body can be cured wit
h stress, eat a salty breakfast. In addition, believe that before any major is not for eating, and drinking water is enough that you do not get dehydrated in order to ensure that. In the end, to dismantle, or be prepared if required, a loose, wear cotton wrap. , Like a swimsuit, temperature regulation and will interfere with the sweat wearing tight clothes.
Possible benefits of steam bath visits and many are valuable. The steam and chest cold or sinus irritation allergy or bronchial asthma crowd will have to calm down because of infection. Excessive sweating and toxins purges your pores clear.
The high temperature for a healthy skin and more energy the circulation increases. Like a warm bath, this treatment will relax the muscles of hard exercise and swelling associated with arthritis in the joints or reduce stress.
What is Natural Weight Loss ?
Today millions of people of all age group across the globe facing this health hazard of Obesity. Obesity makes life lazy and sedentary. Body becomes weak it decreases the possibilities of longer life span. Common ailment the bones of buttocks, knees and spinal column becoming brittle. The muscles of the stomach are ordinarily helpful to the glands secreting internally But because of the fat collecting on the belly, hernia is caused. Overweight people have an increased risk of high blood pressure, heart disease, and other illnesses. Losing weight reduces the risk.
Natural weight loss thus relies on using folk and other “traditional” means of taking care of the body and certain daily routines which encourage weight loss. However, weight loss is not the only, or even most important goal. The main idea is to become more healthy, and to live closer to what it’s proponents claim to be “more in tune with nature”.
Once all these terms are established, then weight loss occurs naturally, and thus is termed “natural weight loss”.
Obesity solution: To prevent the obesity or decrease weight and get rid of obesity three things must be kept in mind:
• Improve the living style
• Avoiding the causes of weight gain.
• Controlling eating habits.
• Regular exercise.
• Yoga is a gentle way to bring a balanced attitude to all aspects of life. Yoga can help you control your weight more effectively, whether you need to lose weight or to gain it. Many a times the glands are sluggish in our body.
• These sluggish glands are stimulated by yoga asana to increase their hormonal secretions. Especially the thyroid gland pays important role in our weight because it affects body metabolism.
Yoga Treatment for Obesity: Initially do not try to do too many asana, proceed gradually and regularly.
First week:
• Shitali and Shitkari Pranayama
• Ekpada Uttan Asanas
• Utthan Pada Asana
• Rest in Shava Asana.
Second week:
• Salabha Asana
• Continue with first week asana and
• Bhujanga Asana
• Rest in Shava Asana.
Third week:
• Pavanamukta Asana
• Continue with second week asana and
• Santulan Asana
Fourth week:
• Continue with third week asana and
• Dhanura Asana
• Paschimothan Asana
Fifth week:
• Continue with fourth week asana and
• Supta-Vajra Asana
• Surya Namaskara
• Ardha Matsyendrasana
Beside the above mentioned asana and pranayama practice of yoga nidra, concentration and meditation gives the best result.
Over the past few seades, the role of women in society has changes sihnificntly.As more and women enter the work force and juggle career and families, the need for quick, de-stressing strategies is greater than ever before. Here are some relaxation recniques. Just choose your pick…
- Take frequent, short breaks from work, whether that is from housework. Also from husband and children!
- Take a trip to the beauty parlour ( and get yourself a pedicure, manicure, or a massage!)
- Take up knitting ! Seriously, like meditation or prayer, knitting allows for the passive release of stray thoughts. The rhythmic and repetitive quality of knitting, together with the sound of needles clicking, is akin to a calming mantra. The mind can wander, while still focusing on one task.
- Exercise ! you’ve heard it before, but aerobic activities such as swinning, cycling, walking are soothing.
- Count your blessings every single day and be grateful.
- Take a few moments everyday to “be in awe of nature”, watch a sunset, appreciate trees and flowers, gaze at the stars, listen to the sounds of waves, and the chirping of birds…
- Get an aquarium. Gazing at ponds and aquariums with various fish reduces stress and lowers blood pressure.
- Take the time to listen to your favourite music.
- Eat healthy andss sleep well.
- Do Yoga and Meditation daily.
