Where do they come up with these names?

Where do they come up with these names?

Canada: Farmer possibly gave swine flu to pigs – CNN.com
I find it odd that the confirmed number of 2009 H1N1 cases being reported continues to trend downwards while the WHO continues to maintain its pandemic flu alert rating. Even from the normal reliable sources, it is becoming increasing difficult to determine the truth.
CNN and other news outlets are reporting what may be a human to pig transmission of the 2009 H1N1.

Flu pandemic still likely but Mexico toll drops | Reuters
According to Reuters 58 deaths have been attributed to causes other than H1N1.

First Flu Death Provides Clues to Mexico Toll – NYTimes.com
After you read about the last panic in 1976, read this NYT article. You will learn a little about the cultural and health care infrastructure aspects related to H1 N1 mortality.

Understanding the deadly flu virus | Salon
Excellent article. I also recommend reading about the last swine flu epidemic in 1976. You’ll find a link under related stories at the bottom of the article page at Salon.com.

Community Strategy for Pandemic Influenza Mitigation
Here is a link to the community planning section of the website. I’ve also added a link on the sidebar under Public Health.
President Calderon took appropriate action. I strongly suspect his quote will be taken out of context.

Mexico shuts down economy as flu pandemic imminent | Reuters
There is no safer place than your own home to avoid being infected with the flu virus.
This quote is from President Felipe Calderon. These words are not exactly the best choice if you want to avoid generating fear and panic.

This study was funded by GlaxoSmithKline.
The study was conducted by a physician who is a consultant for GlaxoSmithKline.

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