New strain of influenza from pigs.

The CDC has reported that a new strain of influenza (H3N2v) has sickened at least 12 people who had direct contact with pigs at agricultural fairs. It’s a good reminder to take precautions in these situations, like washing your hands with soap and water before and after exposure to animals, and not eating or drinking in animal areas.

http://www.usatoday.com/news/health/story/2012-08-03/pigs-fair-flu/56750534/1

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