2009 swine flu pandemic in Taiwan
2009 Swine Flu Pandemic in Taiwan
The 2009 Swine Flu Pandemic in Taiwan (pronunciation: 2009 swine flu: /ˈswaɪn fluː/, pandemic: /pænˈdɛmɪk/, Taiwan: /taɪˈwɑːn/) refers to the outbreak of the H1N1 influenza virus, commonly known as swine flu, that occurred in Taiwan in 2009.
Etymology
The term "swine flu" is derived from the fact that the virus is similar to those that cause influenza in pigs. The term "pandemic" comes from the Greek words "pan" (all) and "demos" (people), indicating a disease prevalent over a whole country or the world. "Taiwan" is the name of the East Asian territory where the pandemic occurred.
Background
In April 2009, a new strain of the H1N1 influenza virus, which is often referred to as "swine flu", emerged and spread globally. The World Health Organization (WHO) declared the outbreak a pandemic in June 2009. Taiwan, being a densely populated region, was significantly affected by the pandemic.
Impact in Taiwan
The first case of the 2009 swine flu in Taiwan was reported in May 2009. The government of Taiwan implemented various measures to control the spread of the virus, including screening at airports, isolation of infected individuals, and a nationwide vaccination program. Despite these efforts, the virus spread rapidly throughout the country, affecting thousands of individuals and resulting in numerous deaths.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on 2009 swine flu pandemic in Taiwan
- Wikipedia's article - 2009 swine flu pandemic in Taiwan
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