Tag Archives: influenza virus
Anticipate the Occurrence Pandemic of H5N1
The influenza virus is highly variable. Each year it changes. It is therefore essential to have an international monitoring system. The purpose of this monitoring is to detect the earliest possible influenza strain that escapes the vaccination or the appearance of a new strain. Such events are the cause of pandemics famous “Spanish flu” (1918-19), [...]
What is the Swine Flu ?
Swine influenza is a viral infection common in pigs, caused by the influenza virus type A. The mortality rate is low and recovery usually occurs within 7 to 10 days. The swine flu can occasionally infect humans through contact or close proximity with pigs, but it does not usually serious illness. Generally, there is no [...]
Mutation Influenza virus Type A
The new influenza virus type A (H1N1) can be transmitted to humans through consumption of pork products and pork.
The virus in question in the current outbreak of human influenza is a new strain of influenza virus H1N1. The transmission of influenza virus is usually by direct contact or close proximity with humans or animals infected. [...]
Mutation of Influenza Virus Type A
EFSA is closely following the outbreak of new influenza virus type A (originally called “swine flu”) reported for the first time in humans in Mexico and the United States and notified to the World health. Consistent with its mandate, EFSA monitors particular aspects of the situation concerning animal health and food safety.
The virus in question [...]