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Nov 7, 2009 | comments: 42
Nanina Hawk Nov 8, 2009, 1:02am EST
"When your captain's crazy, it's time to find a new ship." I love it!
Thanks for posting this Spartan, I missed this one.
Nov 2, 2009 | rating: 9.4 | comments: 101
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Nanina Hawk Nov 5, 2009, 11:41am EST
Spartan,
I would imagine with your travels that you have an extensive immunization record.

TB is making a comeback for the reasons you stated as well as the HIV and other virus that compromise the immune system.

The PPD skin test is a method used to diagnose tuberculosis. PPD stands for purified protein derivative.
The TB vaccine is a perfect example where it was decided that the diagnotic test was more valuable than the vaccine. Since if you have been vaccinated against TB the PPD will always read positive. Then the only diagnotic test becomes a chest x-ray to see if it is active or inactive. So while we test for TB here in the states, we do not vaccinate against TB.
I have inactive TB and will always test positive on a PPD. The CDC requires that I have a yearly chest x-ray. One of the questions on the TB questionnaire asks if are you an American Indian or Alaska Native. That is because of the close contact on a reservation. They also ask if you reside or work in prisons or nursing homes. Again because of the close contact.

I have been exposed to TB, but I am not contagious, as long as my immune system can keep it in check. What people don't realize is the treatment for TB is much like chemo for cancer, the treatment can be worse than the disease.

I'm sure this is more information than you wanted, but it shows that even though we have a vaccine for TB, in the long run it is the medical community that decides not to use it, so that the PPD will test accurately.

I am not sure if I explained this well enough to make my point. I guess I am just pointing out that the bottom line, it is about health and not just money. I know you know this, and this is more in response to some of the posts above.
Nov 2, 2009 | rating: 9.4 | comments: 101
Nanina Hawk Nov 5, 2009, 1:33am EST
Pharmaceutical companies manufacture the vaccine. The vaccine is developed by medical scientists.

Physicians subscribe to an oath that states above all do no harm. My husband is a Physician he is at the hospital everyday. All the medical practitioners at the hospital have had their H1N1 vaccine. Members of their families have as well. I am decidedly sure that on the condition that any of the physicians at our hospital had concerns about the safety of the vaccines, they would not be having their children vaccinated.

There is a tuberculosis vaccine. This vaccine is not widely used in the United States, but it is often given to infants and small children in other countries where TB is common. BCG vaccine does not always protect people from getting TB. BCG vaccination may cause a positive reaction to the TB skin test, which may complicate decisions about prescribing treatment. Physicians and the CDC say that the BCG vaccine should be considered only for very select persons who meet specific criteria and in consultation with a TB expert. We also no longer vaccinate against diseases that have been eliminated like smallpox. Before the 1950s, polo crippled thousands of children every year in industrialized countries. Soon after the introduction of effective vaccines in the late 1950s (IPV) and early 1960s (OPV), polio was brought under control, and practically eradicated as a public health problem in industrialized countries.

The good results of vaccines have outweighed the bad repeatedly.
Nov 4, 2009 | rating: 10 | comments: 14
Nanina Hawk Nov 4, 2009, 6:29pm EST
Thanks everyone, it is from a web site called Face The Future you download your own photo and transform it. This one is in the Mucha style, I have always loved his artwork. It is fun to play around with, so have fun.
Oct 22, 2009 | rating: 9.6 | comments: 53
Nanina Hawk Oct 25, 2009, 2:02pm EDT
I love this man!
Oct 14, 2009 | rating: 8.9 | comments: 144
Nanina Hawk Oct 18, 2009, 12:56pm EDT
I passed the test, so I am guessing I belong to this group, at least I am in good company.
Oct 1, 2009 | length: 02:21 | comments: 81
Nanina Hawk Oct 2, 2009, 7:05pm EDT
cI haven't ever read Newsmax, I think it would raise my blood pressure.
Sep 25, 2009 | comments: 107
Nanina Hawk Sep 25, 2009, 2:48pm EDT
Nauseating, I don't like these guys or f news.
Sep 23, 2009 | rating: 10 | comments: 18
Nanina Hawk Sep 24, 2009, 12:30am EDT
You should be excited Roy, this is wonderful!
Sep 20, 2009 | comments: 26
Nanina Hawk Sep 21, 2009, 8:31pm EDT
It's the health insurance industry vs. the American people.

I like your twist!
Sep 15, 2009 | comments: 44
Nanina Hawk Sep 19, 2009, 3:27pm EDT
I have yet to find anyone who can answer how health care reform will mean that the government is taking over the country. Then I ask them, so are we now ruled by the insurance industry? I sure know my health care is. However, you're okay with that? I really don't get it.
Sep 17, 2009 | comments: 55
Nanina Hawk Sep 19, 2009, 3:18pm EDT
Well deserved recipient!
Sep 17, 2009 | comments: 55
in reply to a comment by Ron B.
Nanina Hawk Sep 19, 2009, 3:17pm EDT
Great point Ron!
Sep 7, 2009 | rating: 5.5 | comments: 44
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Nanina Hawk Sep 10, 2009, 12:17am EDT
Indian Reservations are Sovereign Nations. Current federal policy in the United States recognizes this sovereignty and work toward the government-to-government relations between Washington, D.C. and the American Indian tribes. However, federal law still regulates the political and economic rights of tribal governments. Tribal jurisdiction over persons and things within tribal borders are often at issue.
Sep 9, 2009 | rating: 8.6 | comments: 422
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Nanina Hawk Sep 10, 2009, 12:03am EDT
Thank goodness we didn't wind up with McCain as our president.

Linda,
Of course that is part of his job, to Obama's credit, when push comes to shove, he will not surrender for bipartiship.
Sep 9, 2009 | rating: 8.6 | comments: 422
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Nanina Hawk Sep 9, 2009, 11:52pm EDT
Sheryl,

I agree with all that you said, it is time. I say those who don't vote for health care reform, they should have to go without health insurance for a few years. Since their own health care is run by OMG, the government, I bet they change their mind after their first illness or family members illness.
Sep 9, 2009 | rating: 8.6 | comments: 422
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Nanina Hawk Sep 9, 2009, 11:41pm EDT
That's alright, it goes to show how well President Obama did. He has Wilson and others scared, because they don't want people to know the truth. Wilson claimed Obama lied, because Wilson himself has lied to those he represents, saying a health bill would cover illegal immigrants. Wilson's behavior shows more of the truth than anything else.
Sep 9, 2009 | rating: 10 | comments: 9
Nanina Hawk Sep 9, 2009, 10:30pm EDT
Thanks for the link Brian, I am on my way there now!
Sep 9, 2009 | rating: 8.6 | comments: 422
in reply to a comment by Jack E.
Nanina Hawk Sep 9, 2009, 10:27pm EDT
Good for McCain, Wilson needs to learn to act like an adult.
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