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Herpes has been affecting people all over the world for centuries now. Even in the ancient times, people have been suffering with this disease. Before, there wasn’t much information so they can’t do anything about herpes. But now that we have information and medical advancements, there are now ways to prevent and treat it. We have to make sure that what we learn from the Internet is correct or have credible sources. If not, it’s the same as not having any information.

Listed below are ten sites about herpes.

1. http://www.herpes.com/ – This is one of the best sites I have seen so far. It has complete information about the herpes virus, including links to know if you have herpes, product lists for those who already have the disease, and to provide you a gateway of confidence even after having herpes among others. Their mission is to help out people who are ashamed yet have no choice but to face reality.
2. http://www.herpesite.org/ – This organizational site gives us much needed facts about herpes, particularly genital herpes. Their goal is to help those who have or knows someone who has the disease. After reading and understanding the materials found here, it would be easier for you to decide your life.
3. http://www.mpwh.net/ – The thing about this website is that it isn’t just an information center for people with herpes. It is actually a dating site where you can meet friends, have a relationship, or just gain support from those who have similar circumstances. You can remain anonymous in case you’re not yet ready to identify yourself. Thousands of active users use this, because they know this can help.
4. http://www.herpes-coldsores.com/ – This is a network meant to give valuable resource information about herpes. Extensive articles are available here and any type of herpes disease can be learned here. You can see the symptoms, treatments, and preventive measures. You can also join the forum to help with other victims.
5. http://www.herpes.org/ – This non-profit site about herpes shares opinions and facts that can help you decide your future. They tell you what medications work and which doesn’t. This is a good place to learn how to care for people you know who have the disease.
6. http://www.herpes-coldsores.com/std/herpes.htm – This website doesn’t only focus on herpes, but other sexually transmitted diseases as well. They give the general information for all STDs, so you have a clear view of what it is all about. After that, you can go to other sites that have deeper research about the subject.
7. http://www.webmd.com/genital-herpes/default.htm – You can talk to other infected people to ask for their opinions, make friends, or just plain talk to them because you’re afraid of what other may think of you. This site has news and videos to enhance your knowledge and get you going everyday.
8. http://www.herpesclinic.com/ – You can find new treatments and products for herpes here. The general information found here can give you a basic understanding about the disease.
9. http://www.herpeshealth.com/ – This genital herpes website gives its readers the chance to see if they have herpes or not. There are doctors here you can talk to, so you can get the support you need. Frequently asked questions are answered, so you won’t waste time looking for it anywhere else.
10. http://www.herpes.com.au/ – Herpes has never been easier to understand once you go here. You can check out different languages that offer the same information. So if you’re better at Spanish, you can read through the articles in that language. There are also fast facts so you won’t have to read through long pages any longer.

There are two types of herpes and many kinds of sexually transmitted diseases. Although they differ in one way or another, they never fail to cause us trouble. We can’t live our life normally while having a disease we can’t seem to forget. But with websites that focuses on this topic, you can have a brighter outlook in life.

They can give you the support you might lack at home. You can talk to people who are in the same situation as you are. Most of all, you get valuable information about your disease or from someone you know who have this.

Life is full of trials. But in every problem, there is a solution. You just have to look for it on your own.

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With all of the medical TV shows on now it’s hard to believe that they all owe their start to MASH. This groundbreaking series paved the way for many other such programs. Through the years programs such as ER had people changing their plans so they could stay home on Thursday night. And what’s a medical show without some beautiful and talented nurses? Check out this list of Top 10 TV nurses then and now.

1. Veronica Callahan, in the new series Mercy, played by Taylor Schilling, is a nurse home fresh from Iraq and has to fight multiple inner demons. One such demon is alcoholism.
2. Samantha Taggart (Linda Cardellini) on ER now in syndication plays a tough independent mom raising her son Sam on her own. She ends the series in a relationship with Gates (John Stamos).
3. Christina Hawthorne, (Jada Pinkett Smith) in the title role in HawthoRNe. Jada plays this role brilliantly as the strong head nurse in the hospital. She doesn’t always follow the rules, but she does what she thinks is right and some how convinces others that she’s right.
4. Carla Espinosa, (Judy Reyes) plays a very funny nurse in Scrubs and wife to Turk. She makes no apologies about whom she is. I think many women can relate to her when she lays down the law to her husband.
5. Nurse Jackie, (Edie Falco) played a stressed out ER nurse in this Showtime series appropriately called Nurse Jackie. Unlike other hospital shows this dark comedy plays up nurse Jackie’s flaws and mistakes while telling the story of New York City’s All Saints’ Hospital.
6. Christina Moore played by Candy Sullivan in the new series HawthoRNe. Co-starring with Jada Pinkett Smith, Sullivan holds her own and has stolen several scenes. Sullivan is one to watch in this great new drama.
7. Chloe Payne on Mercy played by Michelle Trachtenburg (Gossip Girl) is new to the series and is trying to catch on to what is happening at the hospital. Her innocent nature lends to an endearing character.
8. Margaret ‘Hot lips” Houlihan, (Loretta Swit) No list of nurses would be complete without this ground breaking role in MASH. Margaret was a major in the Army during the Korean War and was able to do her job while still keeping her femininity. No other nurses were really brought to the forefront in this historical, long-running series.
9. Carol Hathaway on famed ER played by Julianna Marguilies played the head nurse keeping track of the other nurses. While often scorned by other nurses because she had to make some tough decisions. Her on again off again romance with Doug (George Clooney) kept fans glued to their seats every Thursday night on NBC.
10. Abby Lockhart played by Maura Tierney on ER was a complex character. She played a nurse and a medical student on ER most recently involved with Luca, a doctor played by Goran Visnjik. Her character was there until the end of the series on NBC.

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The H1N1 influenza virus infection has caused a great stir worldwide. It has generated concern for our own health as well as the health of our loved ones. In addition, it is becoming increasingly evident that the H1N1 virus is capable of causing illness for our pets and many pet owners have questions about their pet’s health in relation to the flu virus.

What is the H1N1 influenza virus? The H1N1 influenza virus is the virus responsible for the flu strain originally known as “swine flu”. The infection has been diagnosed throughout the world. Flu-like respiratory symptoms are the most common sign of the disease. However, complications can occur with this influenza strain and it has been deadly for a great number of people worldwide.

Which species of pets can become infected with the H1N1 virus? As of December 1, 2009, the H1N1 influenza virus is known to be able to infect dogs, cats, ferrets, pigs and turkeys. Other species may also be found to susceptible in time. This is an emerging disease with new information becoming available on a regular basis.

What signs will my pet show if he is infected with the H1N1 virus? Flu-like respiratory symptoms are characteristic of H1N1 infection. Sick pets may cough, sneeze, breath heavily and/or have a runny nose. As with people, it is possible for complications to occur causing the virus to be fatal to pets. For this reason, it is vital that your pet be examined by a veterinarian if any of these symptoms are noted. Because there are numerous other diseases which may cause similar symptoms, diagnostic testing may need to be performed to properly identify the cause of your pet’s illness.

Should pet owners consider getting rid of their pets? No, there is no need to panic. It is obvious that the H1N1 strain of virus can be passed from people to pets. Infections have occurred in this manner for most if not all of the sick pets. However, we do not know whether the virus can be passed from pets to people or how likely this is to occur. Either way, the danger of exposure to the virus from your pet is no greater than the danger of exposure from other people.

How can pet owners protect their pets? Pet owners should monitor their pet’s health closely and have their pet examined by a veterinarian if respiratory symptoms such as coughing, sneezing, wheezing or a runny nose develop. Adequate hygiene and sanitation, including washing your hands frequently and covering your cough, will help protect your pet in the same way it helps protect other people. If possible, avoid contact between your pet and sick people, especially those with flu-like symptoms.

Is it safe to eat pork or poultry since these species have been found infected with H1N1? Yes, there is no reason to believe that there is any danger from eating pork or poultry which is properly prepared and thoroughly cooked. Proper preparation of the food and hygienic food handling techniques remain important, as always, to prevent food-borne disease of any type.

I’ve heard some wild animals may be infected. Are wildlife parks and zoos safe for people to visit? There is a report of a cheetah which may have been infected with the H1N1 virus. However, there is no need to avoid visiting wildlife parks or zoos.

What else is known about the H1N1 virus? The H1N1 virus was originally dubbed “swine flu” because of its resemblance to the influenza virus that infects pigs. It also bears similarities to other strains of influenza viruses which infect people and avian species. However, it is distinctly different than other strains of virus and is unique.

Why is it so worrisome that this virus can infect so many different animal species? Researchers and health officials are concerned that the ability to infect many different species will give this strain of influenza virus access to an extremely wide gene pool which could increase its ability to mutate into a much more virulent strain of influenza, potentially becoming more deadly than it is currently. Influenza viruses in general are well-known for their ability to mutate easily and quickly.

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