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Influenza season runs until April so it’s not too late to get immunized against influenza — commonly called the flu.

It’s a highly contagious infection of the airways caused by the influenza virus and can spread rapidly infecting those around you.

Each year, influenza causes illness among millions of Canadians.

“Some people resign themselves to getting sick in the winter months but influenza is not a mild illness like the common cold,” says Dr. Susan Bowles, chair of the Canadian Coalition for Immunization Awareness & Promotion. “Influenza is a serious viral infection with symptoms of cough, fever, fatigue and weakness, headache, general aches and pains and respiratory congestion, and it can take several weeks to recover.”

Influenza can lead to serious complications, such as pneumonia, for some individuals.

It is estimated that between 2,000 and 8,000 Canadians can die of influenza and its complications annually, depending on the severity of the season.

“There have been about a dozen confirmed cases of a new variant of H3N2 reported in the US but this new strain has not been seen in Canada at this point,” Dr. Bowles said.

“This year’s influenza immunization includes an H3N2 that matches the H3N2 virus that is circulating in Canada. It is a safe and effective way to prevent getting sick and spreading the virus to those around you.”

Influenza activity is increasing in Canada and it is not too late to protect yourself and your family by getting immunized.

Talk to your local public health department or your health care provider about getting this year’s influenza vaccine.

Republished from the Brandon Sun print edition January 16, 2012

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My cat was accidentally left outside yesterday for about an hour, the longest she's ever been out in her 11 years. She was on our 2nd level porch & there was another weird cat on the porch w/her. She's been acting weird ever since. Just wanting to sleep & has a loss of appetite (more like it's just painful for her to eat). I'd explain more, but I think it would be too involved in text to make any sense…Not that this did either…

If your cat came into contact with a rabid cat yesterday, there's no way it would be showing symptoms by today. Rabies takes time to travel through the cat's system, usually a few weeks.

If your cat has been vaccinated against rabies, it will probably need a follow-up immediately, just in case (that's what they do with people). If you wait a few weeks and then your cat shows signs of rabies, it will be too late. once they start showing symptoms, there is no way to cure it.

Not all rabid cats become vicious. they do become lethargic and quit eating in the END stages.

Your cat is most likely freaked out be being outside and also by encountering another cat. Ask your vet about a rabies booster.

Cats can get sick from contact with other cats, who may show no symptoms of illness. it is probably an upper respiratory virus, and some cats carry it and never exhibit symptoms. Your cat can get a sore throat, just like you, and that makes swallowing painful. rather than fearing rabies, I would be more inclined to think your cat got a really bad cold and now has a secondary infection (sore throat). it can be dangerous and cats can die from it, as a result of dehydration.

Please take your kitty to the vet for a check.

I don't think you have anything to worry about. there is a VERY small chance that your cat would have picked up rabies in that short amount of time and it has an incubation period. I would take her to the vet to rule out dental disease, cat bite abcess or other issue

If you een think she has rabies get her to a vet for your protection and to save her life. One thing animals with rabies hate is drinking water and they will froth at the mouth. But don't wait.
She could have just been in a fight and is scared, but cats also get HIV, not the human kind and humans don't get this AT ALL. But take her to a vet immediately and as for the weird cat in your neighbourhood call human society and have them pick it up if it has rabies it could be fatal for you or any children in the area.
Another thing they lose their balance, just don't wait. It's scary stuff. good luch to you and your cat.

Hello everyone, I had unprotected sex on May 12th, well lately I have been experiencing a white cloudy thin discharge.. sometimes it doesnt smell & sometimes it smells fishy… I have muscle aches from time to time, but their not a horrible pain, just a small ach in my leg joint or my arm…. I have back pain… but I am overweight & I've had a baby. and I have a common cold? do I have herpes?

ghornea and herpes (sorry for the spelling)
or maybe its some other…disease

I ejaculated 5 times yesterday by watching porno since I don't want to give anything to my wife. is that enough or should I do it more or less? Actually this morning, for first time, I felt some pain in my prostate area. Did I ejaculate too much yesterday?
I'm 36 male by the way. I forgot to ask my urologist on Friday about this & he prescribed Doxycycline for my diagnosis. I'm 36 by the way.

i think taking maca a 20:1 is a much better idea for prostate

well…….5x is too much…………..have ya wife massage ya prostate instead……………….

I play the violin and whenever my teacher is about to test me my heart beats really fast. I start to shake a lot and that affect how i play. its embarrassing because when there is a long note you can hear my hand shaking from the music.
People tell me to pretend my classmates are in their underpants but that does not work at all and nether does thinking that im the only one there. is there anything physical i could do to make the shaking and fast heart beating stop?

~ Read this.
I know how you feel. Practice, confidence, and methods in this article will help you…
Best of Luck.

Anxiety before a Musical Performance
How to Manage Anxiety before a Musical Performance
By Arlin Cuncic, About.com Guide
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Anxiety before a musical performance can be a problem even for seasoned performers. if you are a musician who suffers from anxiety before a musical performance, you know firsthand the terrible impact that anxiety symptoms can have on your performance. if your anxiety is part of social anxiety disorder (SAD), it is important to receive treatment such as medication or cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). however, there are also a number of self-help coping strategies that you can use to reduce your anxiety.

In the months, weeks, and days leading up to a performance, work to keep your anxiety at a minimum. some of helpful strategies include adequate rehearsal, preparation of non-musical matters, use of relaxation techniques, and careful selection of repertoire. here, some tips to help you manage anxiety while preparing for a musical performance.

•Rehearsal: try to fit in at least three to four rehearsals prior to the actual performance. if possible, rehearse in the location where you will perform; this is especially important for piano players in order to get comfortable with the instrument. In addition to actual rehearsals, visualizing a successful performance is a good way to mentally prepare yourself to succeed.

•Preparation: Being prepared as a musician means more than being ready to perform. Make sure that you have taken care of all loose ends so that you are not scrambling at the last minute and feeling anxious. Do you need a page-turner? Make sure to arrange one ahead of time. Have you chosen your wardrobe? Be sure to have an outfit that you are comfortable in chosen well in advance of the performance.

•Relaxation: there are a variety of relaxation techniques that you can use to help keep anxiety symptoms under control prior to a performance. Deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, autogenic training, meditation, yoga, and other eastern disciplines will help to keep you focused and calm.

•Memorization: Choose several sections of a piece as designated "memory stations" that you can jump to if you are in trouble. sometimes simply knowing that you have memory stations makes it easier to relax and worry less about making mistakes.

•Assessment: Assess your abilities as a performer, and be realistic in terms of your choice of music. Do not choose a piece that is beyond your skill level or that you do not have enough time to learn. it is better to perform well within your comfort zone than to fail because you chose a piece that was too difficult.
Once you have successfully used coping strategies to manage pre-performance jitters, it is time to face your fears the day of the performance. if you suffer with severe anxiety and self-help coping strategies do not seem to be helping, you may want to see a professional. when musical performance anxiety is part of SAD, formal treatment such as CBT or medication is usually advised.

Sources:
Kenny DT, Osborne MS. Music performance anxiety: new insights from young musicians. Advances in Cognitive Psychology. 2006;2:103-112.
Kirchner J. Managing musical performance anxiety. American Music Teacher. 2004;Dec.
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