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News, views and information about science, technology and the developing world
The A(H1N1) swine flu virus, first detected in Mexico in April 2009, is rapidly spreading across the world. Improved diagnostics, access to vaccines and more research on the virus are essential to help developing countries cope.
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Opinions and Analysis
Vaccinate before pandemics strike
To ensure equitable access to vaccines, people must be immunised before a pandemic strikes, says Klaus Stöhr of Novartis.
17 May 2010
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Source: Nature
Swine flu: good news so far
Overall, the response to influenza A(H1N1) was positive, says a Nature editorial, but there are still hurdles to overcome.
Home-grown vaccines are crucial for public health
23 September 2009
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All countries deserve equal access to pandemic vaccines
18 August 2009
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Source: New England Journal of Medicine
News and Features
Swine flu yielded valuable lessons for future, say experts
Many have criticised the expense of preparations for the pandemic, but experts say it has left countries in better shape for future threats.
Replication mechanism of H1N1 in humans discovered
The H1N1 influenza virus infects human cells using a biochemical adaptation, a study has found.
19 August 2010
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Source: PLoS Pathogens
India launches indigenous swine flu vaccine
14 June 2010
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School closures reduced spread of pandemic flu
5 May 2010
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Practical Guides
How to report a disease outbreak or pandemic
Sensationalism is no substitute for sound science when reporting disease outbreaks, say Fang Xuanchang, Jia Hepeng and Katherine Nightingale.
Communicating statistics and risk
Translating statistics and risk in a readily understandable way is crucial to effective science communication, says Andrew Pleasant.
