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The Human Swine Influenza virus is a new flu virus that is infecting people and spreading from person to person. Cases of Human Swine Influenza have been confirmed in countries throughout the world by the World Health Organization and there have now been confirmed cases of Human Swine Influenza in Australia.
Human Swine Influenza is spread from person to person in the same way seasonal influenza and other common respiratory infections spread. Human Swine Influenza viruses are not spread by food. You cannot get Human Swine Influenza from eating properly handled and prepared pork or pork products (CDC and WHO fact sheets).
Australia, including Queensland, is currently in the PROTECT phase.
Queensland Health is currently coordinating Queensland's response to the recent international flu outbreaks to ensure that all Queenslanders are protected and provided with health support and vital information. Queensland Health is working closely with the Commonwealth Department of Health and Ageing and our state counterparts. These activities are in keeping with the World Health Organization's international response.
Please browse this website for the latest information on reported and suspected cases in Queensland as well as details on the Human Swine Influenza, symptoms to be aware of, prevention tips and contact details for health practitioners.
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