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H1N1 Death Toll Continues to Rise — What You Can Do

Friday, November 6th, 2009

Swine FluAccording to the World Health Organization (WHO), deaths as a result of the H1N1 virus, also known as swine flu, have totaled more than 6,000. As of today, the pandemic has affected over 199 countries and territories worldwide and continues to spread. What can you do to guard you and your family?

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Swine Flu: NYC Shuts School Doors

Monday, May 18th, 2009

nyc school closedThe New York City school closure count reached 16 today, reports ABC news. As a result of the swine flu (or H1N1 virus) epidemic, and 103 students exhibiting influenza-like symptoms during the last six days of school, today the city’s health commissioner and schools chancellor made the decision to shut down three more schools.

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