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1Service prévention et contrôle de l'infection, Département de médecine interne HUG, 1211 Genève 14. anne.iten@hcuge.ch
Revue Medicale Suisse
|February 23, 2010
Summary
The 2009 Influenza A(H1N1) pandemic saw rapid knowledge growth. This review covers regional epidemiology, prophylaxis, vaccination, and therapy up to November 2009, including antibiotic resistance insights.
Area of Science:
- Virology and Epidemiology
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health
Context:
- The emergence of novel Influenza A(H1N1) in 2009 prompted extensive research.
- A rapid increase in scientific understanding followed the initial outbreak.
- This review focuses on the situation in a specific region during the early pandemic phase.
Purpose:
- To synthesize current knowledge on Influenza A(H1N1) by November 2009.
- To provide an overview of the disease's epidemiology, prevention, and treatment.
- To incorporate key findings on antibiotic resistance from ICAAC 2009.
Summary:
- The review details the epidemiology of Influenza A(H1N1) in the region.
- It covers prophylaxis strategies, vaccination status, and therapeutic options available.
- Antibiotic resistance trends highlighted at ICAAC 2009 are also discussed.
Impact:
- Provides a timely regional snapshot of the 2009 Influenza A(H1N1) epidemic.
- Informs public health strategies regarding infectious disease control.
- Contributes to understanding the evolving landscape of antibiotic resistance in influenza.
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