2 May 2009 — The situation continues to evolve. As of 18:00 GMT+1, 2 May 2009, 16 countries have officially reported 658 cases of influenza A(H1N1) infection.

Mexico has reported 397 confirmed human cases of infection, including 16 deaths. The higher number of cases from Mexico in the past 48 hours reflects ongoing testing of previously collected specimens. The United States Government has reported 160 laboratory confirmed human cases, including one death.

The following countries have reported laboratory confirmed cases with no deaths - Austria (1), Canada (51), China, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (1), Costa Rica (1), Denmark (1), France (2), Germany (6), Israel (3), Netherlands (1), New Zealand (4), Republic of Korea (1), Spain (13), Switzerland (1) and the United Kingdom (15).

Further information on the situation will be available on the WHO website on a regular basis.

WHO advises no restriction of regular travel or closure of borders. It is considered prudent for people who are ill to delay international travel and for people developing symptoms following international travel to seek medical attention, in line with guidance from national authorities.

There is also no risk of infection from this virus from consumption of well-cooked pork and pork products. Individuals are advised to wash hands thoroughly with soap and water on a regular basis and should seek medical attention if they develop any symptoms of influenza-like illness.

Adapted from http://www.who.int/csr/don/2009_05_02a/en/index.html

For latest updates please click http://www.who.int/csr/disease/swineflu/en/index.html

Samantha

http://www.wellnessnrecreation.com

Those who cannot make it to Penang for the Penang Bridge International Marathon 2009 on Sunday, 22 November 2009 can go for the Standard Chartered Bangkok Marathon 2009 to be held on the same day.

URL: http://www.bkkmarathon.com/

Samantha

http://www.wellnessnrecreation.com

The race for charity is back!

This year’s Kuala Lumpur Rat Race® is definitely going to be a special event as it will also be the 10th year anniversary since its first inception. The Race returns on Aug 11, 2009.

The Edge and Bursa Malaysia are once again co-organizers for this unique event which benefits the needy. Donations collected from participating local and foreign companies in Malaysia will be channeled towards beneficiaries involved in various causes. Last year, some 140 teams took time out to run and helped raise over RM1.5 million for 20 charitable organizations.

So Corporate Malaysia, forget about the rat race we are in, just for one day, and join in a rat race of a different kind! Give some time to charity after office hours this Aug 11. Besides being for a good cause, this event also gives executives a good excuse to leave the office early!

The Kuala Lumpur Rat Race® is supported by Yayasan Bursa Malaysia, the foundation arm of Bursa Malaysia. The Federal Territory Amateur Athletics Association (FTAAA) provides technical support.

For more details, please call 03-7721 8000, fax 03-7721 8080 or email ratrace@bizedge.com.

Adapted from http://klratrace.com.my/

Samantha

http://www.wellnessnrecreation.com

To all Sporting enthusiasts  there is the Penang Bridge International Marathon 2009 on Sunday, 22 November 2009.

Events covered

A - Full Marathon Men Open
B - Full Marathon Women Open
C - Full Marathon Men Veteran
D - Half Marathon Men Open
E - Half Marathon Women Open
F - Half Marathon Men Junior Veteran
G - Half Marathon Senior Veteran
H - Half Marathon Women Veteran
J - Quarter Marathon Boys
K - Quarter Marathon Girls

Early Bird Registration Available from 6th March 2009

Online Early Bird registration for Penang Bridge International Marathon 2009 is available now until 31st May 2009

1) Register and pay early to enjoy 10% discount on the entry fees.

2) Secure a limited quantities timing system, Championchip, that we are using for all competitive categories.

3) Your running number will be allocated to you once your payment is confirmed.

Information and Registration at http://www.penangmarathon.gov.my/portal/

Samantha

http://www.wellnessnrecreation.com