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Q What is the incubation period (the period between infection and the appearance of symptoms of the disease) for H1N1 flu virus?

A This is a new virus, and public health professionals continue to learn more about it and how it spreads. However at this time, it is believed tha… Read More »

Q How long can an infected person spread this virus to others?

A More research is being done on how long a person can be infectious (be able to spread the virus to others), but it is believed that this period i… Read More »

Q How long does the virus live outside of the body?

A The H1N1 flu virus can live outside the body on hard surfaces, such as stainless steel and plastic, for 24-48 hours and on soft surfaces, such as… Read More »

Q Is H1N1 flu virus contagious? How does it spread between people?

A Yes, this virus is contagious. Since most of the people who have become ill have not been in direct contact with pigs, that shows the virus has s… Read More »

Q How can an influenza virus spread from pigs to people?

A Different strains of influenza are commonly circulating in our environment, including strains that can cause illness in humans, birds and pigs. S… Read More »