[RightWhale]

Is it 50-50? It could be undergoing countless mutations right now, none of which are the magic mutation that would make it the human transmitted one. Or one of the infinite number any of which would make it human transmissible. It could even mutate into something that once the human is infected does something beneficial.

[blam]

The original article advises us to have seven days of supplies on hand while 'the expert' has three months supplies on hand? Something is wrong with this picture.

He has even stored a three-month supply of food and water at his home to prepare for an outbreak."

"Is it 50-50? It could be undergoing countless mutations right now, none of which are the magic mutation that would make it the human transmitted one. Or one of the infinite number any of which would make it human transmissible. It could even mutate into something that once the human is infected does something beneficial."

Like they say about the terrorists, they only have to get it right one time.

[OB1kNOb]

"Or one of the infinite number any of which would make it human transmissible. It could even mutate into something that once the human is infected does something beneficial."

Considering that this article quotes the scientist who found the link between bird flu and human flu that's making the statement, "I personally believe it will happen, and make personal preparations...", forgive me if I err on the side of caution and take his advice. I trust his credentials. Better to be prepared and not need it than to need it and be without.