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    Swine flu, also known as H1N1, is an influenza virus that originated in pigs but spread primarily between humans. It causes similar symptoms to regular flu like fever, cough, and sore throat. The virus can spread easily through sneezes or contact with surfaces. Swine flu became a pandemic in 2009. It is transmitted through direct contact, inhalation of droplets, or contact with contaminated surfaces. Treatment involves rest, medication like Tamiflu if symptoms are severe, and vaccination to prevent infection.

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    Swine flu, also known as H1N1, is an influenza virus that originated in pigs but spread primarily between humans. It causes similar symptoms to regular flu like fever, cough, and sore throat. The virus can spread easily through sneezes or contact with surfaces. Swine flu became a pandemic in 2009. It is transmitted through direct contact, inhalation of droplets, or contact with contaminated surfaces. Treatment involves rest, medication like Tamiflu if symptoms are severe, and vaccination to prevent infection.

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    Swine flu, also known as H1N1, is an influenza virus that originated in pigs but spread primarily between humans. It causes similar symptoms to regular flu like fever, cough, and sore throat. The virus can spread easily through sneezes or contact with surfaces. Swine flu became a pandemic in 2009. It is transmitted through direct contact, inhalation of droplets, or contact with contaminated surfaces. Treatment involves rest, medication like Tamiflu if symptoms are severe, and vaccination to prevent infection.

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    Swine flu, also known as H1N1, is an influenza virus that originated in pigs but spread primarily between humans. It causes similar symptoms to regular flu like fever, cough, and sore throat. The virus can spread easily through sneezes or contact with surfaces. Swine flu became a pandemic in 2009. It is transmitted through direct contact, inhalation of droplets, or contact with contaminated surfaces. Treatment involves rest, medication like Tamiflu if symptoms are severe, and vaccination to prevent infection.

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    SWINE FLU

    Swine flu, also known as the H1N1 virus, is a relatively new strain of an influenza
    virus that causes symptoms similar to the regular flu. It originated in pigs but is
    spread primarily from person to person. . Like other strains of the flu, H1N1 is
    highly contagious, allowing it to spread quickly from person to person. A simple
    sneeze can cause thousands of germs to spread through the air. The virus can
    linger on tables and surface areas like door knobs, waiting to be picked up.
    Swine flu made headlines in 2009 when it was first discovered in humans and
    became a pandemic. Pandemics are contagious diseases affecting people
    throughout the world or on multiple continents at the same time.

    MODE OF TRANSMISSION
     direct contact with infected person or animal
     inhalation or ingestion of droplets containing virus from people sneezing
    and coughing
     through saliva and mucus particles
     Unclean environment and improper hygiene
    You can't get influenza from eating pork, though you should always make
    sure that it's cooked thoroughly and handled carefully.

    SYMPTOMS
    The incubation period for swine flu is about one to four days. The symptoms of
    swine flu are very much like those of regular influenza. They include:.
     chills
     fever
     coughing
     sore throat
     runny or stuffy nose
     body aches
     fatigue
     diarrhea
     nausea and vomiting
    DIAGNOSIS
    Swine flu is diagnosed clinically by the patient's history of association
    with people known to have the disease and their symptoms. Following
    test are done to confirm the disease.
     By throat swab culture
     antigen test
     Real-time RT-PCR
     By rapid molecular assays
    However, in a similar way to seasonal flu, symptoms are often mild and
    self-resolve. Most people do not receive a test for swine flu as
    treatment would be the same, regardless of the outcome.
    If symptoms are mild, it is extremely unlikely that any connection to
    swine influenza is found, even if the virus is there.
    TREATMENT
    Most cases of swine flu don’t require medication for treatment. People
    who are generally healthy will be able to fight the infection on their
    own.The following treatment can help tocurethe swine flu.
     The best treatment for influenza infections in humans can be
    prevented by influenza vaccination.
     There are four approved antiviral drugs that are prescribed within
    the first day or two of symptoms to reduce the severity of
    symptoms and possibly the risk of complications which include:
    Oseltamivir (Tamiflu),Zanamivir (Relenza),Peramivir (Rapivab) and
    Baloxavir (Xofluza). But flu viruses can develop resistance to these
    drugs. 
     Severe infections in some patients may require additional
    supportive measures such as ventilation support and treatment of
    other infections like pneumonia that can occur in patients with a
    severe flu infection.
    PREVENTIVE MEASURES
    The best way to prevent swine flu is to get a yearly flu vaccination.
    Other easy ways to prevent swine flu include:
     frequently washing hands with soap or hand sanitizer
     When coughing or sneezing cover the mouth with a tissue
     staying home from work or school if you’re ill
     avoiding large gatherings when swine flu is in season
     Maintain a clean environment and a good hygiene

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