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Viral Influenza

Influenza, commonly called the flu, is always caused by a virus.

Influenza, also known as the flu, is caused by a virus.

There are different strains of influenza:

Influenza A is the most widespread and most severe strain. It can affect both animals and humans. Influenza A is the cause of the worldwide epidemics (pandemics) of the flu that have occurred. An estimated 142,000 hospitalizations per year are due to this strain of the flu. Influenza A is usually further categorized by two ...

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What is Swine Flu and other Frequently Asked Questions

...die from it. However, between 2005 and 2009, there has been a rise in the number of human swine flu cases. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) say the increase may be due to improved... Read more »

Symptoms of the Swine Flu, Swine Flu Treatment Information

...flu complications such as pneumonia. Public health officials have so far noted that, so far, American cases of swine flu have been mild and many of those persons who are recovering have gotten... Read more »

Colds and the Flu: Complications

Colds rarely cause serious complications. In about 1% of cases, a cold can lead to other complications, such as sinus or ear infections. It can also aggravate asthma and, in uncommon... Read more »

Colds and the Flu: Medications

...review of over 50 studies published in 2006, these drugs are effective against the flu in about 60% of cases.These drugs have the following benefits:Neuraminidase inhibitors are effective for... Read more »

Pneumonia: Prevention

...even kill cold viruses. (They are less effective, however, if extreme hygiene is required. In such cases, alcohol-based rinses are needed.)Antibacterial soaps add little protection, particularly... Read more »

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