2009 swine flu pandemic in Turkey
2009 Swine Flu Pandemic in Turkey
The 2009 Swine Flu Pandemic in Turkey (pronunciation: 2009 swine flu: /ˈswaɪn fluː/, pandemic: /pænˈdɛmɪk/, in Turkey: /ˈtɜːrki/) was a significant health event that affected the country of Turkey.
Etymology
The term "swine flu" refers to influenza in pigs. Occasionally, pigs transmit influenza viruses to people, mainly to hog farmers and veterinarians. The term "pandemic" is from Greek pan meaning "all" and demos meaning "people". It refers to a disease prevalent over a whole country or the world.
Overview
In 2009, a new strain of the H1N1 virus, commonly referred to as "swine flu", emerged and spread globally. The first case in Turkey was confirmed in May 2009. The World Health Organization (WHO) declared the outbreak a pandemic in June 2009. The virus was a unique combination of influenza virus genes never previously identified in either animals or people.
Symptoms
The symptoms of the 2009 swine flu were similar to those of regular human flu. These included fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills, and fatigue. Some people also reported diarrhea and vomiting.
Prevention and Treatment
Prevention strategies included good personal hygiene practices such as hand washing, wearing a mask, and avoiding close contact with sick individuals. The antiviral drugs oseltamivir (Tamiflu) and zanamivir (Relenza) were commonly used for treatment.
Impact
The 2009 swine flu pandemic had a significant impact on Turkey, affecting the health sector, economy, and society at large. The government implemented various measures to control the spread of the virus, including school closures, cancellation of public events, and a nationwide vaccination campaign.
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External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on 2009 swine flu pandemic in Turkey
- Wikipedia's article - 2009 swine flu pandemic in Turkey
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