2009 swine flu pandemic in France
2009 Swine Flu Pandemic in France
The 2009 Swine Flu Pandemic in France (pronunciation: /2009 swaɪn fluː pændɪmɪk ɪn fræns/) refers to the outbreak of the H1N1 influenza virus, commonly known as swine flu, that occurred in France in the year 2009.
Etymology
The term "swine flu" is derived from the fact that the virus is similar to those that cause influenza in pigs. The "2009 pandemic" refers to the global outbreak of the disease that occurred in that year. The term "in France" specifies the location of this particular outbreak.
Overview
The 2009 swine flu pandemic in France was part of a larger global pandemic caused by a new strain of the H1N1 virus. The first case in France was reported in May 2009. The French government responded with a nationwide vaccination campaign, and by the end of the year, the pandemic had largely been brought under control.
Symptoms
The symptoms of the 2009 swine flu pandemic in France were similar to those of regular influenza, including fever, cough, sore throat, body aches, headache, chills, and fatigue. Some people also reported diarrhea and vomiting.
Treatment
Treatment for the 2009 swine flu pandemic in France primarily involved the use of antiviral drugs, such as oseltamivir (Tamiflu) and zanamivir (Relenza). These drugs could reduce the severity and duration of the illness if taken within 48 hours of the onset of symptoms.
See Also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on 2009 swine flu pandemic in France
- Wikipedia's article - 2009 swine flu pandemic in France
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