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Because canine influenza is due to a virus that is novel to the canine population, dogs lack preexisting immunity to the virus. Dogs of any breed, age or health status are therefore susceptible to infection. Although studies have not verified, it
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The following groups are recommended not to receive nasal spray flu vaccines, including the 2009 H1N1 vaccine: • Children younger than 2 years of age • Pregnant women • People 50 years of age and older • Children under 5 years of age with a history
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If your patient is sick with influenza-like illness (defined as having a fever of 100°F (37.8°C) or greater AND a cough and/or sore throat without another known cause) and you decide they have a moderate to severe illness, you should wait to
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No. The currently licensed 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccines do not contain latex, nor do any of the syringes used for vaccine administration. However, it is important to ask your patients if they have latex allergies to ensure patient safety and reduce
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Since canine influenza is a viral infection, treatment consists mainly of supportive care while the virus runs its course, much like for human influenza. Dog owners should consult with their veterinarians if they think their dog has canine influenza.
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Early signs of influenza A(H1N1) are flu-like, including fever, cough, headache, muscle and joint pain, sore throat and runny nose, and sometimes vomiting or diarrhoea.
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Most people infected with the influenza virus recover in about seven days. However, influenza can weaken the body's ability to fight off other serious infections, such as pneumonia or bronchitis. This is especially dangerous for young children,
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The vaccine is made of killed influenza viruses and therefore cannot give you influenza. The vaccine is given by injection into the arm (or thigh if aged less than 18 months) and tricks the immune system into thinking the infection has occurred. In
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Classical swine influenza is a well-known disease of pigs, caused by a distinct group of influenza A subtypes and strains. Different subtypes and variants are found in different parts of the world, but classical swine influenza is believed to occur
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Yes. The 2009 H1N1 nasal spray vaccine is recommended for use in healthy people 2 years through 49 years of age who are not pregnant. However, health care providers should not get LAIV if they are providing medical care in special environments for
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