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Follow the links below to information on influenza (flu), including causes and treatments.
The Cochrane Collaboration has a page linking to Cochrane reviews and other information about the evidence for the effectiveness of treatments for influenza.
For information about flu vaccines, immunisation, and about specific strains such as Avian Influenza and Swine Flu, follow the links directly to the HealthInsite topic pages below.
Updated May 2009
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Influenza A (H1N1) or Swine Flu
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Links to information on influenza A (H1N1) (or swine influenza or swine flu), including health alerts, symptoms, diagnosis and prevention information.
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Avian Influenza (Bird Flu)
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Links to information about Avian Influenza or Bird Flu.
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Influenza Vaccine
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Links to information about influenza (flu) vaccines and immunisation.
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SWINE FLU OUTBREAK
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HealthInsite Editorial Team
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The Federal Minister for Health and Ageing, Nicola Roxon, after consultation with State and Territory governments, has announced that Australia has developed a new response phase to manage the outbreak of H1N1 Influenza 09 (Human Swine Flu) called PROTECT
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Jun 2009
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Swine influenza
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Queensland Health
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The Queensland Health Swine Flu Response site keeps Queenslanders informed and updated with information about the outbreak of swine flu occurring in humans. This site provides information about symptoms, treatment, how to protect yourself, who to talk to and links to other related information.
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Jun 2009
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Influenza A (H1N1) or Swine Flu
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HealthInsite Topic Page
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Links to information on influenza A (H1N1) (or swine influenza or swine flu), including health alerts, symptoms, diagnosis and prevention information.
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Jun 2009
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Media release. Increased public health response in Victoria
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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The Australian Health Protection Committee (AHPC) and the Chief Medical Officer, Professor Jim Bishop, have advised that it is appropriate to raise the pandemic response to a modified SUSTAIN response for Victoria while keeping the national level at CONTAIN for the other states and territories.
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Jun 2009
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Colds, flu and sore throats
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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We all get colds and can feel really miserable when we have one. This topic is about the common cold, the flu and sore throats. It'll give you some information on symptoms, how colds and the flu spread, and what to do to feel better.
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Jun 2009
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H1N1 influenza 09 (human swine influenza) factsheet
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NSW Department of Health
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A new influenza virus that spreads between people has recently been identified. This influenza is called swine influenza, because it is derived from an influenza virus that normally infects pigs. The situation is rapidly evolving. No cases of swine flu have been identified in Australia as of 28 April 2009.
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May 2009
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Media release. Alert level raised to 'CONTAIN'
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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The Chief Medical Officer, Professor Jim Bishop, has advised that it is appropriate to raise Australia's pandemic alert level to CONTAIN.
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May 2009
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Influenza
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myDr
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Influenza is a viral infection that is commonly mistaken for the common cold. However, influenza is much more serious and debilitating.
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May 2009
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H1N1 influenza 09 (human swine influenza) investigation
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NSW Department of Health
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Human cases of a new form of influenza virus have been identified in the United States, Mexico, Canada and Scotland. The virus is a type of influenza A virus that is usually seen in pigs ("swine influenza").
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May 2009
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H1N1 Influenza 09 (Human Swine Influenza) Outbreaks
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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Official reports by the World Health Organization, the US Centre for Communicable Disease Control and Canadian health authorities of outbreaks of a new strain of swine influenza in the USA and Mexico are generating significant media attention. There is concern that this new strain of swine influenza may have pandemic potential.
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May 2009
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Swine flu
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myDr
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Swine influenza or swine flu is a respiratory virus affecting pigs and some types can also infect humans. Find out about swine flu symptoms and treatment.
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May 2009
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Swine flu - protecting your family
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myDr
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How to protect yourself and your family from swine flu (influenza H1N1) and other influenza viruses.
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May 2009
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Have I got FLU?
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National Institute of Clinical Studies
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This site has been developed to provide consumers, carers and health care workers with evidence-based information about influenza vaccinations. It also aims to support those planning workplace vaccinations with tools and strategies.
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May 2009
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Swine flu
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Better Health Channel
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Swine flu, also known as swine influenza or influenza A (H1N1) virus. Swine flu is a contagious respiratory disease usually found in pigs. Humans are not usually infected but it does happen. A new strain of swine flu, which affects humans was recently identified.
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Apr 2009
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Businesses and communities
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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Government alone cannot manage a pandemic and its effects. It will take a combined effort from everyone - all levels of government, industry and businesses, non-profit and community organisations, and the community in general.
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Dec 2008
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Individuals and households
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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This section contains useful and practical information to help you prepare for and respond to the possibility of an influenza pandemic, including actions you can take to help reduce the impact on you and your household.
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Dec 2008
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Protecting yourself and others
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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One of the most effective ways to protect you, your friends and family from the flu (whether seasonal or pandemic) is to practise good personal hygiene.
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Dec 2008
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Recognising seasonal influenza
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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Seasonal flu is often confused with the common cold. They are both respiratory illnesses but are caused by different viruses. While there are similar symptoms, the seasonal flu is more severe and tends to make your whole body ache, whereas a cold is milder, comes on slowly and usually only affects your nose and throat.
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Dec 2008
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History of pandemics
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Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing
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In the twentieth century, the world experienced three influenza pandemics: 1918, 1957, 1968
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Dec 2008
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