Swine Flu

As of April 2009 the swine flu A/H1N1 virus infection has taken hold in several countries. swine flu virus has the potential to mutate or evolve to be passed between humans in the future, and so become a pandemic, swine flu is a respiratory disease normally found in pigs but human cases can be transmitted in the same way as seasonal flu. Antiviral drugs are available which can effectively prevent and treat the infection. Preventive measures are of utmost importance to prevent spread.

CDC: H1N1 (Swine Flu) Questions and Answers About CDC's Online Reporting

Friday, June 5, 2009

CDC: H1N1 (Swine Flu) Questions and Answers About CDC's Online Reporting

Why are the case counts updated only once a week?

How often is the flu activity map updated?

Why is CDC now reporting both confirmed and probable cases?

Why does the flu activity map include both novel H1N1 flu and seasonal flu?

How can I learn more about cases of novel H1N1 flu in my own state or community?

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