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I've been hearing a lot about the swine flu lately, what do I need to know?
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The swine flu is an influenza virus that has recently caused widespread illness in humans. It is not as deadly as other forms of influenza, but it can cause severe symptoms such as fever, coughing and difficulty breathing. People who have had contact with pigs or people who are infected with the H1N1 virus should take precautions to avoid infection. You can find more information on this topic at http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/.