Comments on: Alabama Schools Shut Down Over ‘Flu Outbreak’

By: Sherri Tenpenny, DO

Sherri Tenpenny, DO — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 15:36:02 +0000

Dee – you’re EXACTLY right – they call everything ‘flu’ even though >85% of illness in the winter is NOT caused by influenza viruses. If you get a flu shot, it is designed to ONLY protect from illness caused by influenza viruses. If it’s Norovirus – or any of 20+ other pathogens that cause flu-like symptoms, it’s not “The Flu.” Thanks for your comment!

By: Shelley Tzorfas

Shelley Tzorfas — Mon, 28 Jan 2019 21:00:49 +0000

Flu shots shed illnesses and the flu onto others. If they stopped flu shots (That still contain Mercury/thimerosal regardless of what the package claims) the flu rate would go down, become less intense as would the rat of Alzheimer’s and other illnesses.

By: Dee

Dee — Mon, 28 Jan 2019 17:41:10 +0000

The article implies flu but there is no evidence it’s flu. Having worked outbreaks, this time of year is notorious for Norovirus. Without proper testing, there is no way to say. Typically if a certain % is absent they will close the school for cleaning, it depends on the state guidelines. What needs to be enforced is strict handwashing and covering coughs and sneezes and staying home when sick. This isn’t enforced so it’s like a revolving door.