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Posted 7/31/2014 8:44 PM (GMT 0)
Since we are immune compromised, I thought I would share this article:

http://m.naturalnews.com/news/046259_Ebola_outbreak_drug_treatments_Monsanto.html

I haven't done much research beyond this, but plan to as I have quite a bit of air travel coming up.

I did find that there is some argument about how the virus is actually transmitted... Many say it is through bodily fluids, but others (as well as this article) are saying it is airborne.
Posted 7/31/2014 10:07 PM (GMT 0)
not sure why you would post this.
Posted 7/31/2014 10:17 PM (GMT 0)
Are there any cases in the US yet?

The news article I saw mentioned that it was not airborne.
Posted 8/1/2014 5:05 AM (GMT 0)
Sorry if I upset anyone.

RTF - as I said, I read it and shared since we are all more susceptible to all viruses due weakened immune systems.
I added a disclaimer that I hadn't done much more research beyond this, and that I had seen some argument about exactly how it is transmitted.

I'm not worried, worrying doesn't do anyone any good with this type of thing. (Maybe I should have added that...) But I thought I would share as I'm glad I'm aware of it. I'm personally going to wear a mask during air travel, which maybe I should do anyway regardless of Ebola. I have a bunch of flights coming up, and... I was going to have my 2 year fly in September but I have the option of driving him and think I may go that route. Better safe than sorry I guess.

Anyway, I didn't mean any harm, and certainly wasn't trying to stress everyone out. I know many things I read on the forum stress me out and I hate that. But I'm glad I'm aware in the long run. After re-reading the article, I maybe should've found something a bit less graphic and more informative and to the point.

Girlie - I don't know the answer to that question for sure, from what I understand, some US passengers where on a flight with a doctor who became very ill with the virus while on the plane. He came in contact with over 200 passengers and crew and 59 passengers are considered at high risk of having contracted the virus, 20 have been quarantined and the other 39 are unaccounted for.

Surely it will be fine, but I read it and felt I should share. Maybe it was a poor choice.

I like natural news but I know not every article is gold... But then again what is...? FOX news for instance... Need I say more!? "HLN", gives us more information about "twerking" than it does about fracking. If you just thought to yourself what's fracking and had no problem with twerking, that's exactly my point. Sorry, there's my mini soapbox about headline news and "reliable" reporting in this country.

Post Edited (Delmar) : 7/31/2014 11:48:52 PM (GMT-6)

Posted 8/1/2014 7:11 AM (GMT 0)
It makes no logical sence for the cdc to bring people infected with an untreatable communicable illness to atlanta. Why do that when they can be treated where they are and not risk bringing it to another continent. In all the past ebola outbreaks never that I am aware did infected americans get transferred back to the states. I want them to get better but it is acknowledged there is no treatment so why take rhe risk? It is not like the cdc has proven they have their act together given recent major instances of viruses and bacteria not properly handled by cdc managed labs. It seems irresponsible to risk introducing ebola to north America. Of course the government owned news media has their 'experts' reassuring the public that all is well, they know what they are doing......good grief. There is at least two more weeks before those that were on the plane with the man who flew to Nigeria and died from ebola will know if they are infected. There is a doctor who has quarantined himself in canada this week because he was at tge same facikity ascthe two Americans. I am not convinced they have this under control.

With our compromised immune systems I would be cery cautious for the next month or so regarding flying until the spread is reported to be abating. As of now it is still spreading. Probably my experience with lyme and coinfections but I just dont trust the so called 'experts'.

Just got my drs notes on my last v blood and urine test. Reco seeing urologist for recurring abnormal urinalysis. I have this issue the entire 5 friggen years I have seen her and just now she wants me to see another specialist, I am so frustrated, disillusioned.
Posted 8/1/2014 12:48 PM (GMT 0)
Roxie, what abnormal in your urinalysis? Bartonella and Lyme can both attack the bladder - is that a possibility?
Posted 8/1/2014 1:03 PM (GMT 0)
High lymphocyte count, if memory serves. Over the last few years they kept saying it was uti but it was not like utis I have years ago. They always put me on abx and the bladder symps ckeared. I wondered if might just be another lyme and coinfections symptom. Showed test result to llmd a few weeks ago and she did not say anything.
Posted 8/1/2014 1:40 PM (GMT 0)
So is this a continuation of the issues you were having in June? Don't worry, my memory isn't that good, I found an old thread: www.healingwell.com/community/default.aspx?f=30&m=3111645

Is it possible that it's Interstitial cystitis (bladder inflammation) as part of Bartonella or part of Lyme for you?

Sorry for high jacking this thread!!
Posted 8/1/2014 1:45 PM (GMT 0)
Yes. I dont know, gp wants me to urologist. Im just kinda doctor weary.
Posted 8/1/2014 2:01 PM (GMT 0)
Don't blame you - especially if the Urologist isn't Lyme literate!!! Doc's that aren't Lyme literate can have you running around from specialist to specialist like a chicken with it's head cut off!!!

Is there a Lyme literate doc near you that you can see about this?
Posted 8/1/2014 2:08 PM (GMT 0)
I was at my llmd and showed her the test results but she fid not seem to focus on it. I will call and mention.
Posted 8/1/2014 2:12 PM (GMT 0)
I hope she takes it more seriously this time since it's still bothering you!! Please do let us know what she says!
Posted 8/1/2014 2:56 PM (GMT 0)
Yes please keep us posted Roxie!
Posted 8/1/2014 8:09 PM (GMT 0)
Just heard on the radio that they're bringing 2 people back to the US with confirmed Ebola. It's scary that they contracted the virus even though they were wearing biohazard suits.
Posted 8/1/2014 8:14 PM (GMT 0)
This may sound harsh - but I'm surprised they're bringing them back to the US.
Am I correct - There has never been a survivor?

Scary!
Posted 8/1/2014 8:28 PM (GMT 0)
Girlie - No, I guess there's a 14 year old boy who was successfully treated. They're actually giving the boy's blood to the Americans infected in hopes his antibodies will help.

Just really scary stuff. Be safe and travel safe friends. Young children, elderly, and immune compromised individuals need to be extra careful until this is FOR SURE under control
Posted 8/1/2014 8:29 PM (GMT 0)
I think it's a 90% fatality rate
Posted 8/1/2014 8:35 PM (GMT 0)
I saw that on the news today. They're bringing them in a private plane designed for situations like this, but there's only room for one at a time, so there will be 2 trips back and forth. I hope they're doing things right!
Posted 8/1/2014 11:25 PM (GMT 0)
The strain they are dealing with had a 60% fatality rate. It's mind boggling to me that they would bring them back here seeing as the only treatment is hydration... If it's sanitary conditions they are looking for I'm sure our country is capable of throwing together a couple of clean rooms and O2 chambers for them. The thought process of these people is nuts.
Posted 8/6/2014 8:41 AM (GMT 0)
there are a few cases in the US but it sounds like its being contained fairly well
Posted 8/6/2014 12:29 PM (GMT 0)
Yeah even I've never hear about that.
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