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Novel H1N1 Influenza A Novel (new) virus—different from the annual flu. People do not have immunity for this virus. Can spread human to human mostly through coughing or sneezing. Young adults and pregnant women are at risk.
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What Is H1N1 (Swine Flu) Pandemic Influenza?
Colorized image of H1N1 from a transmission electron micrograph. Source: CDC
Swine Flu
Respiratory infection
Caused by a new type A influenza virus.
Causing global outbreak of illness among humans.
Novel H1N1 Influenza ANovel (new) virus—different from the annual flu.
People do not have immunity for this virus.
Can spread human to human mostly through coughing or sneezing.
Young adults and pregnant women are at risk.
WHO Pandemic Alert Phase
Vaccines
Vaccine for the new virus will likely become available in fall 2009.
People will need two different vaccines: Seasonal flu vaccine Novel H1N1 vaccine (when it is
available)
What to Do
Be alert to your personal symptoms.Contact your health provider. Stay home from work or school if you are sick.Stay away from people who are sick.Consult your local health department.
