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Epidemics and public health fears in the 20th century
A reader discusses flu scare cycles, noting 1917 18 and 1968 Hong Kong Asian flu outbreaks, with 40 30 percent infection rates and pandemics every 80 years. Experts caution uncertainty about swine flu, emphasize vaccination, and mention resistance gaps and seasonal pattern. The piece also covers genetic counseling and a reader anecdote about lime water as folk remedy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reed Scceunia
Teksalae
Hong Kong
Thomas Cesario
University of California School of Medicine
Trvine
United States
Fort Dix
N.S