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What is Swine Flu:
- Swine Influenza (swine flu) is a respiratory disease of pigs caused by type A influenza virus.
- Swine flu viruses cause high levels of illness and low death rates in pigs.
- Swine influenza viruses may circulate among swine throughout the year
- Like all influenza viruses, swine flu viruses change constantly.
- Pigs can be infected by avian influenza and human influenza viruses as well as swine influenza viruses
What You Can Do to Stay Healthy:
Cover your cough.
Wash your hands with soap and water, particularly after a cough or sneeze. Alcohol-based sanitizers are also effective.
Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth.
Avoid close contact with sick people.
Source: CDC
If you do get sick, CDC recommends that you stay home from work or school and limit contact with others.
Important Links:
CDC: Swine Flu
CDC: Seasonal Flu