Essay On Influenza Epidemic

Soon, the epidemic arrived in Chicago. On August 28, 1918, reports of the increased death rate in Massachusetts were reported in Chicago newspapers, warning citizens of the potential risk of the epidemic reaching them. Nationwide, military camps suffered mass outbreaks throughout September, and yet, the Chicago Tribune printed reassuring news stories that suggested the flu was under control. On September 8, 1918, the virus took its first victims of the city: sailors at the Great Lakes Naval Training Station. Preventative measures were taken instantly. Quarantine controls were implemented at the station, in addition to treating the 50,000 sailors present with daily nose and throat sprays. Men were placed in isolation as soon as they showed mild symptoms, and all liberty leave was prohibited

The aftermath of warfare is never positive. Throughout history warfare has negatively impacted society and those living in it. The end of World War I led to a period of unrest in Canada because of rising unemployment, the spreading of the Spanish Flu and increasing negative treatment towards women.

The influenza pandemic of 1918, otherwise known as the “Spanish Flu’ was responsible for the deaths of 20 to 40 million individuals, resulting in a higher mortality than World War 1. More specifically, 675,000 Americans died, with the virus infecting close to 25% of the American population. As a result, studies have found the American lifespan during 1918-1919 had lowered 10 years due to the Spanish Flu.^1

Have you ever questioned why public schools are making kids get vaccinations? Vaccines are enforced in public schools in order to prevent virus spreading and potential danger. March 4, 1918, it started with an American soldier who reported sick with a flu and hours later hundreds were infected. Known as the “Spanish Flu” or “the epidemic of 1918” it is ranked as one of the most deadliest epidemics and had death tolls higher than that of World War 1. The impact of the epidemic on the 20th Century is that it provided insight on treatment of the flu, created the influenza vaccine, and a controversial topic for further research.

The epidemic of Philadelphia, 1793, Yellow fever has gained my knowledge and understanding of this time period. Yellow fever, caused by deadly mosquitoes, ruined so many lives of many people, old and young. Some fascinating information I have picked up along the way were the bells. The bells would ring every time someone died, this had to be stopped because there were too many people losing their lives because of this awful calamity. People using vinegar because they thought it would kill this sickness. They were being mindful, they were were being careful about their actions. Laurie Halse Anderson wants to incorporate fiction and facts to gain the reader’s understanding of Philadelphia, 1793. Overall, this book has captured a lot of information

Around November to March, people begin to panic because of the annual flu season. Flu also known as influenza, is a common viral infection that can be deadly. Influenza (also known as the flu) has been around for centuries and it has different variations. The flu has killed millions of people throughout the course of history and there is not a cure for it; but there are preventive measures against it. The development of influenza vaccines helped better health conditions, and encourage healthcare in countries around the world.

The spread of Influenza in the early 20th century gave people a gloomy feel for that time. Some people thought that the Influenza infection was a sign from their gods so they let religion influence their choices while dealing with the infection. Other people were displeased by the fact that the government wasn’t taking the infection seriously and that people were receiving little to no care. Lastly there were doctors and volunteer nurses who were with people that had Influenza and didn’t get the infection. After looking at all of the documents, it’s obvious that their were some different views towards the spread of the Influenza infection.

Influenza is a viral sickness that strikes your respiratory structure — your nose, throat and lungs. Influenza, typically called this present season 's influenza infection, is not the same as the stomach "flu" diseases that cause the runs and hurling.

The influenza pandemic killed more than the World War 1(WW1) did. The influenza “Spanish Flu”killed around 20-40 million people. This horrible global disaster left people in fear and knowing that it would most likely be here once again (The 1918 Influenza Pandemic 1). The flu took a heavy human toll, wiping out entire families and leaving countless widows and orphans in its wake. Funeral parlors were overwhelmed and bodies piled up. Some people even had to dig graves for their own family

The influenza pandemic was devastating among those infected and was responsible for the death of 675,000 Americans and 50 million people all over the world in 1918. As a result of this devastation, vaccines were formulated to prevent future outbreak of deadly and viral diseases, some becoming required by law. However, today many people have decided to boycott any form of vaccination whether it be for their children, or even their pets, due to the modern theory that they may weaken new immune systems. History has proven over time that vaccinations are absolutely effective in preventing dangerous strains of illnesses while saving countless lives since their creation and should be given to all children and at-risk adults.

Imagine a disease that could affect an entire nation, then multiply that by 10. That explains the fear that people between 1927-1954 were facing. Polio is a crippling disease that affected tens of thousands between 1927-1954. The epidemics brought our country together and proved vaccines our very important to world health.

The influenza epidemic of 1918-1919 was one of the fastest spreading diseases in world history. It was first traced back to Kansas, in the United States at Camp Funston during WWI in the early months of March (Influenza 1918-19). Only six days after it was first reported,

The author does not just focus on the Pandemic of 1918, he summarizes influenza in general, but he is informative and has an excellent introduction. For these reasons I would give him an A. Mr. Henig also appear to view Americans as exceptional. The scientists in America realized that Pfeiffer’s bacillus did not cause flu much more quickly than other countries affected by flu. While other scientists clung to their beliefs despite evidence to the contrary, Americans, with their typical industriousness, sought out new cures. Even the normal people tried to aid the process of finding a cure. Also, the American people did not spiral down into a pit of self-pity and apathy. The most destructive war in history up to that time had just been fought, a tenuous peace resolved, and when Americans should be enjoying the fruits of their hard work the Pandemic hits. Instead of self-pity, “In the years following 1919, Americans seemed eager to forget the pandemic”(flu.gov). Americans were resilient and able to stand firm under all that pressure and still throw themselves into the most destructive war in all of history and win. The Flu Pandemic showed the exceptional character of the American

For a number of years, the prediction of a new influenza pandemic of large-scale proportions, namely the Avian flu, has become a global concern.

The flu was first discovered in 1918, when 20-40 million Americans died from it. This event was named the “Influenza Pandemic” and it affected millions