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How Are Novel H1N1, Seasonal, Pandemic, and Avian Influenza Different?
Novel H1N1 Influenza
(referred to as "swine flu" early on) is a new influenza virus causing illness in people. On June 11, 2009, the World Health Organization (WHO) raised the worldwide pandemic alert level to Phase 6 in response to the ongoing global spread of the novel influenza A (H1N1) virus. A Phase 6 designation indicates that a global pandemic is underway.
Seasonal Influenza
is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses. Seasonal influenza outbreaks occur every year.
Pandemic Influenza
is flu that causes a global outbreak of serious illness that spreads easily from person to person, such as novel H1N1 influenza.
Avian Influenza
is caused by avian influenza viruses, which occur naturally among birds.
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Fifth Person
- the guy who doesn't wash his hands, the gal who shows up at work sick, the dude who sprays us with spittle. Learn how to say, "Hey, stop getting us all sick."
New!
Stay Healthy this Flu Season
:
Infection Control Resources for Individuals and Families
New!
MDCH Influenza Video Vignettes
are a four-part series of 10-minute video presentations about seasonal, avian, and pandemic influenza and the public health concerns regarding the influenza virus.
New!
MDCH Monthly Flu Posters
are targeted towards individuals and families, and should be utilized to foster efforts towards extending the flu vaccination season throughout the winter months - into February and March. The posters are simple and straight to the point: get your flu vaccination this year and every year.
Current Influenza Activity
Seasonal Influenza Activity:
Michigan United States World
Avian Influenza Activity:
Michigan United States World
Pandemic Influenza Activity:
We are currently experiencing a pandemic. Go to the
MDCH Influenza A (H1N1) (Swine Flu) webpage
and
the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Influenza A H1N1 (Swine Flu) webpage
for more information.
MDCH Bureau of Laboratories Influenza Test Algorithm
This document includes information on influenza testing for case investigations, congregate setting outbreaks, and surveillance at the Michigan Department of Community Health Bureau of Laboratories, Fall 2009.
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