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Pandemic (H1N1) 2009 cases in Nepal.

N Kandel¹, J M Shrestha, B Upadhyay

¹Disease Surveillance and Epidemiology, WHO, Nepal.

JNMA; Journal of the Nepal Medical Association

|April 18, 2013

Summary

Pandemic influenza A (2009) affected 32% of suspected cases in Nepal. The 11-20 age group showed the highest infection rates, while those over 50 had the lowest.

Area of Science:

Epidemiology
Virology
Public Health

Background:

The 2009 influenza A pandemic posed a significant global health challenge.
Understanding the specific characteristics of the pandemic in different regions is crucial for effective public health responses.

Purpose of the Study:

To determine the epidemiological, clinical, and virological features of pandemic influenza A in Nepal during 2009.
To identify demographic patterns of infection within the Nepalese population.

Main Methods:

Real-time Reverse Transcription-Polymerase Chain Reaction (RT-PCR) was used for viral detection.
Samples were collected from patients presenting with influenza-like illnesses (ILI).
Data analysis focused on positive cases and demographic distribution.

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Out of 538 tested cases, 32% were positive for pandemic influenza A 2009.
The highest infection rate was observed in the 11-20 years age group.
Individuals over 50 years of age exhibited the lowest infection rates.

Conclusions:

Pandemic influenza A (2009) was prevalent in Nepal, affecting a significant portion of individuals with ILI.
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