Archive for October, 2009
Changing lives and mindsets
In this was the following from the Principal of First Flight High in Kill Devil Hills NC. Now we won’t get into the two attachments, one in english and one en espanol, just the innards of the attachment. H1N1 flu procedures as it affects the students exam exemptions and also their make up work. Both rather strict guidelines are changed for this year to be very lenient as long as “flu-like symptoms” and a note from a doctor that flu like P was observed. Interesting indeed. Many ill, how much H1N1 flu is hard to say, I have bought meds at home for symptoms though. The feeling of concern is palpable though, this is the second email in 2 days from the school about flu response.
Then I had a long talk with Dr Primas in Arizona. he met with school administrators about EnviroCaire and how it might help. They are inoculating kids as fast as they can but Doc rightly points out that the POLITICAL climate is one of mistrust of the Govt. and all they do. Many parents won’t allow the vaccination. The word from the schools is they have no problems from Flu, H1N1 or any other. Doc told them to keep our number. Hehe, he is having fun. He believes in the stuff and the methodology. We are combining efforts now to spread the belief.
I am attaching the email from Artie, its worth Noting.
October 27, 2009
Dear Parents,
Because of higher than normal absenteeism associated with flu(s), I wanted to make you aware of the following two temporary modifications to the regulations of Dare County Schools regarding make-up work and examination exemptions:
- Exam exemptions: For any student whose absences are due to flu-like symptoms, those absences will not count toward the total used to determine exam exemption status. A doctor’s note or parent’s note will be sufficient to document the presence of flu.
- Make-up work: The normal grace period for submitting make-up work after returning to school is 3 days. This deadline will be lifted to allow students as much time as necessary to complete assignments when returning from an illness, as long as the student makes continuous progress.
If you have questions regarding exam exemptions or make-up work, please call the school office.
Incredible..Poll: Only 52% Want Swine Flu Shots
I find it completely unbelievable! I know that vaccines are not perfect. I know there are adverse reactions! But come on people!!!!! What is wrong with you?
I find this disappointing. I would love to work on MozziMort and not have any urgency in the work on EnviroCaire. Yet it seems that the urgency grows, not just because the flu is upon us but because of the ignorance of so many people. In the Year of our Lord 2009 I find it terrifying that only 52% of people surveyed want H1N1 Vaccine shots.
A new AP Poll finds that only 37% of Parents are very likely to have their children vaccinated. How could you, in good conscience, send your child to school, without protecting them? Children are more susceptible to this flu and complications. If nothing else, think about your child being infected and infecting others!
EnviroCaire is a great product, a needed methodology but I would be perfectly happy to not have it needed.
This is a great site, great resource.
Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP)
http://www.cidrap.umn.edu/
On Wednesday, Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Sebelius appealed for widespread inoculation against H1N1, vouching unconditionally for the vaccine: “We know it’s safe and secure.”
There is a growing concern that many parents view H1N1 as no more serious than the regular seasonal flu. Au Contraire Pierre!
We will have to work on that in the next post. Even before I go play on the CDC site, I know enough to know its way different. The news reports, the CDC reports, sound like something out of the beginning of a bad Sci-Fi flick. The sort where everyone dies and a few folks strike out alone to build society anew..or kill zombies.
But these are CDC reports! This is not the media over hyping a story.
We have to work on this, not that we can change National Perceptions but maybe we can help a few parents make the decision to vaccinate.
I know one parent I would like to talk to, a parent with her own injection fears, although, I must say, a parent who has much less fear of needles for the kids than for herself.
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Field Test Report
The following is a field test report delivered by Ms Leah Valle. This field test occured at the Edwin Andrews Airforce base Hospital as well as the Zamboanga City Medical Center in Zamboanga, Western Mindanao, Philippines at the end of August 2009. The ease of treatment and the high interest shown by the health care workers in this new methodology stand out.
Activity: Misting of Edwin Andrew Airbase Hospital and Zamboanga City Medical Center
Date: August 28 – 29, 2009
The misting was coupled with lab tests to prove the efficiency of the product as a disinfectant. With the results supporting our talks, it was not hard for doctors to recommend to their superiors that it is indeed a need in their hospital especially with the spread of H1N1 virus. During the misting of the area, cobwebs became more visible. The sprayer mists hard to reach areas like the ceiling and very small corners and is capable of killing molds as well.
The Product: is available at ———– for one liter. Undiluted. You dilute it with water, ratio is 1:19. one undiluted liter is actually 20 liters of solution making it very cost effective.
Edwin Andrew Airbase Hospital
through the cooperation of Col. Cynthia Gaerlan, Chief Hospital Administrator
Each room was disinfected with EnviroCair using the ultra volume mist sprayer. Misting of each room with an estimated area of less than 50 sqm takes about 3-5 minutes only. Misted more than ten rooms including the H1N1 control room and took more or less half a day to complete. They had one case of H1N1 and we included his room in the disinfection. Currently the patient is now in better shape, has been released from quarantine and will soon be discharged.
Other areas included in the misting are Admin offices and clinics, surgical ward and operating room.
Zamboanga City Medical Center
through the cooperation of Ms. Emmy, head of the microbiology department.
Misting started at the Microbiology Department down to the Special Units, including treatment room, towards patient wards.
Other areas included were: HIV testing area, Tanya Ward (Cancer Ward), Pediatrics, Surgical Ward, Ward for Infectious Diseases, Blood Bank, Dialysis Center, Hispathology, Hematology, Clinical Microscopy, Treatment room, Nurse Stations of different Wards, Wards 6,7, & 8 , Medical ICU, Burn Unit, and selected doctor’s quarters and patient pathways.
Observed Advantages of the EnviroCair Sprayer:
- It is cost efficient. Cheaper than the commercially sold disinfectant by an estimation of 45%.
- It is effective. It was tested against Lysol, the most popular disinfectant. Results proved that not only is Lysol more expensive but Lysol does not work nearly as well! EnviroCair is capable of making an environment bacteria free. In a controlled room, with a testing device, it was proven EnviroCair is capable of reaching 0 bacteria.
- It is fast. Usual note in both places. Admin states that thorough cleaning of one room takes 2-3 days. With EnviroCair, Usual cleaning coupled with misting results to a cleaner area with lesser time. It is safe to go to area after 5 min compared to the usual 15-30min wait after spraying.
- Odor Free. No harsh odors that can harass nor irritate.
Observed Strategy of Distribution
It was observed that Biotech Philippines is first integrating into the medical field and is slowly trying to get doctors to recommend them. With the premise that people and companies, in terms of health issues tend to believe if it is being endorsed by someone in the medical field. The strategy is fast and clean with the use of these components: The tests and result, the misting activity, and the Medical Contact. These three points establish the assurance of quality and efficiency every consumer needs. If it is endorsed by someone in position of authority it will be easier for the product will be accepted.
Observation of Reactions and immediate result of the Misting Activity
- It was observed that the activity was being looked forward to. The hype that it created as they saw cobwebs falling down and areas of undisturbed dirt being sprayed out only strengthened the initial interest shown in the product.
- The doctors are looking forward to using the product and found it inexpensive and cost efficient.
- The patients and nurses felt more secure and clean after spraying.
- There was a rise of requests to mist areas as the staff saw doctors supporting the spraying.
- Positive reaction to the activity in general.
Davao City donates P10-M
After Convening at the request of our good mayor, Mayor Rodrigo Duterte, the City Council donates ten million pesos to Luzon for Ondoy’s (Ketsana) victims. The money is from the calamity fund of Davao sent through PNRC.
For individual donations, you may send them to the following drop-off points:
1st Congressional District Office
Qurino Ave corner Mabini St
Davao City
Davao Light
- Bangoy office
- Rendez Complex office in Bajada
- Panabo branch office
ABS-CBN
Km. 4, MacArthur Highway
Matina, Davao City
GMA 7
Suazo corner Magsaysay Sts.
Davao City
You may also send cash donations to Philippine National Red Cross through text: RED<space>AMOUNT to 2899 (Globe) or 4483 (Smart).
LOSS Inside a morgue in the town of Tanay, Rizal, east of Manila, a relative reacted after confirming the identity of a loved one killed by the floods.
(Photo: John Javellana / Reuters via the NY Times)
TRAGEDY; TOGETHER Nearly 2 million people were affected, with more than 100,000 displaced from their homes after the storm dumped 16.7 inches of rain in just 12 hours on Saturday. Filipinos helped each other pull a house that was uprooted by floods.
(Photo: Alanah Torralba / EPA via the NY Times)
A man takes a break from cleaning a house that was swamped by Tropical Storm Ketsana in Marikina City, east of Manila, on Sept. 28, 2009. The flooding has killed at least 246 people.
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