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The new type of influenza, a swine flu, has become a threat to people all over the world. Learn about its origin, transmission and symptoms.

Swine flu, H1N1, bird flu, H5N1, type A influenza - these are five terms used to describe the various strains of a single virus, but what is the difference?

People having the H1N1 (Swine) Flu is at a record high across the U.S.A. A question that is in the mind of animal lovers is, "Can my cat catch this virus?"

Cats and dogs are at little risk of contracting swine flu, although pet pigs may require some closer watching.

There is much controversy over the H1N1 Type A influenza vaccine and according to Health Canada, it should be avoided by those with severe egg allergies.

The fear of swine influenza pandemic has spread worldwide. Why is H1N1 called swine flu? Is the new type of influenza threatening lives? Is there a cure? - Read on.

The strains of virus that cause the annual seasonal flu are different than the new swine flu virus that emerged in the spring of 2009. Here are the key distinctions.

How swine flu has changed since 1930. Why swine influenza A could become a worldwide pandemic. Does swine flu symptoms differ from other flu symptoms?

The recent outbreak of Type A H1N1 influenza has many people asking questions about the biology of influenza virus. Such as what do the letters H and N refer to?

HIN1 Influenza (swine flu) is a respiratory disease caused by type A influenza viruses, but is considered more dangerous than seasonal flu. It can be avoided and treated.

Very few people can escape the news media without hearing about the H1N1 virus. But can horses catch swine flu?

Antiviral drugs are important in treating influenza symptoms; however, they cannot cure or prevent swine flu. There are several types of antiviral medications.

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention released a warning today that an outbreak of swine flu was spreading in some parts of the U.S. Could you be at risk?

Learn the symptoms of the swine flu (H1N1) virus, how to prevent it, and how to treat it.

Influenza virus testing is not necessary in all cases, but can be helpful in determining treatment for the influenza pandemic.

The swine flu has killed about two dozen people, so know the risks and precautions of the disease.

The scientific name for swine flu is "H1N1 type A flu," a term that explains that it is a new mutant flu virus and why a new vaccine is required to treat it.

In 1918, an influenza strain killed more than 20 million people. In 1968, the pandemic strain killed 1 million over 2 years. Today, swine flu will have an unknown toll.

Canine influenza is a non-core vaccination which should only be used in dogs at risk of exposure. The vaccine may be particularly helpful in shelter or kennel situations.

"How can the swine flu be avoided? Is it treatable? Do I need a mask?" Answers to these questions and more, as well as tips and resources on the swine flu outbreak.

For 2007-8 the flu vaccine covers two types of Influenza A and one type of Influenza B, but another strain of Influenza B is appearing and causing a lot of illness.

Immunization against influenza can be undertaken by two different means of vaccination, but they have some very important differences.

Recent data from the World Health Organization says swine flu cases and H1N1 deaths continue to increase, reaching five new countries and killing 371 people this week.

The present Swine Flu outbreak is partially rooted in history, with large influenza epidemics in 1918, 1976 and earlier.

Influenza vaccines of egg, tissue-based, injected and nasal types, provide immune protection to populations of people at risk. Overall, vaccines are effective and safe.

Is the H1N1 influenza something we should fear, if SARS and bird flu didn't turn into pandemics, either? Is there anything we can or should do to increase our safety?

With governments worldwide now gearing up to fight swine flu, it's time for individuals to practice prevention rather than panic to cope with this emerging pandemic.

While the flu shot is good protection against some flu germs, boosting the immune system will protect you from the germs the flu shot does not cover.

Here is what the average person can do to protect him or herself from becoming ill with the flu, seasonal or the new H1N1 influenza pandemic virus.

Updated weekly by the CDC, the swine flu map provides color coded swine flu facts for each state. The CDC lists swine flu symptoms, and swine flu epidemic updates.

Amid current influenza fears, Asian bird flu has faded into the background, and the origin of H5N1 in Asia is still somewhat of a mystery.

The swine flu, A H1N1 virus, has caused world-wide panic, and is close to being declared a pandemic. The origins, symptoms and treatments are valuable information.

The World Health Organization (WHO) has a six-phase formal set of guidelines to help communities and health care agencies prepare for and respond to global epidemics.

Swine Flu, a virus commonly found in pigs, can occasionally spread to humans. The most recent outbreak is causing worldwide worry as more cases are reported daily.

Canine influenza is a contagious respiratory disease similar to other flu viruses and is most commonly seen in areas where large numbers of dogs are housed together.

Vaccinations for measles, mumps, hepatitis A and other illnesses are common patient requests, and with flu epidemics such as H1N1, vaccines are in even higher demand.