Basic energy points a great preventing tool

Moxibustion for basic energy points is probably the best preventing cure

for all ages. These points are known to raise energy in the body thus raising

immunity in general.

The most widely used treatment is moxibustion which is especially effective for all conditions 
caused by harmful energy of Cold, i.e. 

--- the cold itself and seasonal flu
--- traumas because their main energy is also Cold

Will definitely be a good preventive for the swine or bird flu as here the action is not

on a particular type of virus but on the energy it thrives on and strengthening immune 

system at the same time.
Especially  valuable for children, "officially certified" for age 5 and older.

Good option is to rub garlic or onion pulp into the points - this works well for the acu points,

and the same for plant extracts, aroma oils etc.