Swine Flu Found in Elephant Seals
The H1N1 virus strain that caused a 2009 swine flu outbreak in humans was detected in northern elephant seals off the coast of central California. Full story
UK study strengthens link between GSK flu shot and narcolepsy
LONDON (Reuters) - Children in Britain who were vaccinated with a GlaxoSmithKline shot against H1N1 swine flu had a significantly increased risk of developing the rare sleep disorder narcolepsy, according to results of a scientific study. Full story
Scientists find genetic clue to severe flu in Asia
British and Chinese scientists have found a genetic variant which explains why Chinese populations may be more vulnerable to the H1N1 virus, commonly known as swine flu. Full story
Swine flu infected 1 in 5, death rate low, study shows
LONDON (Reuters) - At least one in five people worldwide were infected with swine flu during the first year of the 2009-2010 H1N1 pandemic, an international research group said on Friday, but the death rate was just 0.02 percent. Full story
Some fair-goers afflicted with new strain of swine flu
A new strain of swine flu has been found among people who recently attended county fairs. NBC's Erika Edwards reports.
Mexico ups swine flu screening as cases increase
Mexico's health ministry is reporting an increase in swine flu cases this year and has instituted screenings in schools where children show symptoms. Full story
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Mom’s joy at miracle baby
Lisa Boland has plenty to smile about. She's back at home with a son she gave birth to when she was in a coma suffering from swine flu. And, she'll be marrying her partner, Mark, who she proposed to while in the hospital. ITN’s Stephen Douglas reports.
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