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Mexican Flu Update
Cheryl wrote to mention an article that described using Vitamin
D to prevent a cytokine storm The dose is 2,000
units of Vitamin D per kilogram (1 kg = 2.2046 pounds), once per day. Thus,
for an average 150 lb. adult, the dose would be would
be
136,060 units of Vitamin D. This is to be taken for three days. (I.U. Equivalence:
50,000
units = 1.25 mg) My Strong Proviso: The usual fat soluble vitamin (KADE)
warnings apply. Don't over-do a good thing. You should discuss vitamin D testing and replacement with your physician before acting on that doctor's recommendations! Vitamin D supplement limits vary depending on body weight, diet, and exposure to the sun.
Today's flu headlines:
WHO
pandemic threat level raised to 5 out of 6
New Flu Strain is a Genetic Mix
First
US Swine Flu Death, Cases Now in 10 States
France urges Mexican flight ban
Cuba Halts Mexico Travel (First Country to Do So)
Pandemic Risk Grows as New Cases Emerge US cases now at 64, Mexico 152 dead,
over 2,000 infected
US Flu Deaths Seem Likely as Outbreak Spreads
Scary Advertisements From 1976 Flu Outbreak Today they tell us to stay calm
Mexico
City Mayor: One more death, toll stabilizing
