Swine influenza (Swine flu) refers to influenza cases that are caused by Orthomyxoviruses endemic to populations of pigs. The viruses are referred to as Swine influenza viruses (SIV). SIV strains isolated to date have been classified either as Influenzavirus C or one of the various subtypes of the genus Influenzavirus A.
The Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain (RPSGB), UK warns against counterfeit drugs for swine flu. – The Royal Pharmaceutical Society of Great Britain (RPSGB) issued a warning to the public about the risks of buying online medicines for swine influenza, such as Tamiflu or Relenza.
Scientists in Australia working on swine flu vaccine – Australian researchers started working hard to develop a vaccine to counter the deadly disease swine influenza.
World Health Organization raised Swine Influenza pandemic alert from phase 4 to 5. – Based on assessment of all available information and following several expert consultations, Dr Margaret Chan, WHO’s Director-General raised the current level of influenza pandemic alert from phase 4 to 5.
Swine flu screening has been instituted at airports and land borders for travelers departing Mexico, according to Mexican health authorities. – CDC is concerned that continued travel by U.S. travelers to Mexico presents a serious risk for further outbreaks of swine flu in the United States. At this time, CDC recommends that U.S. travelers avoid all nonessential travel to Mexico.
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services HHS Declares Public Health Emergency for Swine Flu – The Department of Health and Human Services of USA issued a nationwide public health emergency declaration in response to recent human infections with a newly discovered swine influenza A (swine flu) virus.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed 20 human cases of swine flu in the U.S. – Human cases of swine influenza A (H1N1) virus infection have been identified in the United States. As of 9:00 AM on April 26, CDC has confirmed 20 human cases of swine flu in the U.S.:
World Health Organization is assessing the situation of Swine influenza in Mexico and the United States of America. – In response to cases of swine influenza A(H1N1), reported in Mexico and the United States of America, the Director-General convened a meeting of the Emergency Committee to assess the situation and advise her on appropriate responses.
Swine Flu outbreak in US and Mexico. – Human cases of swine influenza A (H1N1) virus infection have been identified in the U.S. in San Diego County and Imperial County, California as well as in San Antonio, Texas.
