H1n1 Flu

H1N1 flu or Swine influenza (Swine flu, Influenza A H1N1) refers to influenza cases that are caused by Orthomyxoviruses endemic to populations of pigs. The viruses are referred to as Swine influenza virus (SIV). SIV strains isolated to date have been classified either as Influenza virus C or one of the various subtypes of the genus Influenza virus A.

Canada funding H1N1 flu virus research to protect Canadians

Government of Canada announces funding for research to further protect Canadians from the H1N1 flu virus – The Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of Health, is pleased to announce another measure to address the H1N1 flu virus. The Government of Canada will fund a national influenza research network focused on pandemic vaccine evaluation.

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