The Novel Influenza A(H1N1) flu is a respiratory illness caused by the type A flu (H1N1) virus. The current influenza pandemic (commonly known as Swine Flu) in countries around the world has been caused by a new version (strain) of the virus named as Pandemic (H1N1) 2009 by the World Health Organization (WHO). Transmission of this new virus is thought to occur in the same way as seasonal flu. The infection can be effectively treated with antiviral medication

For the average person, concerns on H1N1 revolve around his very existence and daily routine. How do I protect myself at home, in public places, at work, in school and how do I tell the difference between the familiar flu symptoms and the similar H1N1 symptoms? Where do I go for treatment and how do I know whether I will be a victim or survivor, are questions that most people want answered. Similarly health providers and businesses might have different questions like screening and isolation of cases, use of antivirals, workplace safety, emergency preparedness, etc.

As a Public-Private Partnership committed to the cause of Public Health, PHFI has gathered information from various informed and credible sources like WHO and US CDC which encourage use and adaptation of content for use in the public domain. PHFI's attempt has been to address some of the key concerns of the general public through this website, which will be continuously updated with facts and situation analysis.

This easy-to-navigate site will allow you to find answers to all these questions. For the rest, feel free to mail us your queries on contact@phfi.org

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