Articles on Swine Flu (H1N1)

12/02/2009 - Articles

H1N1 swine flu vaccine not popular in the UK

H1N1 swine flu vaccine is now available to doctors in the UK. But their patients are not flocking to receive it. Read more

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10/30/2009 - Articles
Swine Flu H1N1

Swine Flu H1N1

2009 H1N1 flu is a respiratory illness caused by a new strain of the Type A influenza (H1N1) virus. 2009 H1N1 virus has no link with flu season virus. Read more

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10/26/2009 - Articles

Pandemic plan should prioritise hygiene

Pandemic flu is on everyone’s mind at the moment.  While vaccines and anti-viral drugs are often quoted as the mainstay of pandemic planning, we ought not to overlook the role that simple hygiene and physical barriers can play in stopping the spread of viruses.  Read more

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10/26/2009 - Articles

Flu resistant to oseltamivir is on the increase

Resistance to the anti-flu drug oseltamivir has been noted in both the 2007-8 and 2008-9 flu season in the United States. Indeed, the resistance appears to be increasing, highlighting the need for more research and more self-help in dealing with influenza. Read more

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