What Is Swine Flu?

Swine influenza, or “swine flu,” is a highly contagious acute respiratory disease generally found in pigs, caused by one of several swine influenza A viruses. Although humans do not normally get the disease, the current strain of the virus is contagious and human infections can occur, according to the World Health Organization (WHO).   

For More Information For the most up-to-date information, frequently asked questions and more, please refer to the CDC or WHO Web sites:   

• http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/

• http://www.who.int/en/