Influenza

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What is “the flu”? “The flu” is a common name used for Influenza A and B. It is a viral illness that is transmitted by respiratory droplets from an infected person. It is possible to transmit the virus very early on, even before it is known that a person has the infection. The incubation period…
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Swine Flu (H1N1)

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Can people catch swine flu from eating pork? No. Swine influenza viruses are not transmitted by food. You can not get swine influenza from eating pork or pork products. Eating properly handled and cooked pork and pork products is safe. Cooking pork to an internal temperature of 160 degrees fahrenheit kills the swine flu virus…
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