Medical

New Swine Flu Virus With ‘Pandemic Potential’ Found In China

By
OB Bureau

Researchers in China have discovered a new strain of H1N1 swine flu virus that has a “pandemic potential” in pigs.

However, the spread is still in the early stages and has not moved to human transmission stage as yet, according to a study published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS).

But what is alarming is that the virus is a new strain and people do not have immunity or any vaccine-related to it, the study added.

The strain is similar to the European avian-like H1N1 virus that had caused the 2009 pandemic in Mexico. The virus mutates in the pig’s body before transmitting to a human body.

The new virus is called G4 Genotype and is found in pigs as they are the only known mammals that are susceptible to both avian and human viruses as they have receptors for both types in their bodies.

According to the media reports, the study has suggested that measures to control the virus in pigs and close monitoring of swine industry workers should be swiftly implemented.

OB Bureau

Recent Posts

Odisha Parba Kicks Off In Delhi In Presence Of President Murmu, Dharmendra Pradhan & CM Mohan Majhi

New Delhi/Bhubaneswar: The 7th edition of Odisha Parba got off to a colourful start in…

November 22, 2024

Nagarjuna Played Cupid In Naga Chaitanya, Sobhita Dhulipala’s Love Story; Know How

Mumbai: Celebrity couple Naga Chaitanya and Sobhita Dhulipala are set to walk down the aisle…

November 22, 2024

Coldplay Infinity Tickets Sold Out Within Seconds; Netizens Call It A ‘Scam’, Demand ‘Impartial Probe’

Mumbai: Ticket sales for the highly-anticipated Coldplay Infinity concerts across Indian cities kickstarted at 12…

November 22, 2024

When Quick Service Condom Delivery Left An Employee Red-Faced In Office!

New Delhi: As part of preparations for a trip to Nainital, a man ordered a pack…

November 22, 2024

Is Priyanka Chopra Hinting At ‘Citadel’ Crossover With Samantha & Varun?

New Delhi: Actress Priyanka Chopra’s recent Instagram post has sparked speculation about a possible crossover…

November 22, 2024

Odisha Pulmonologist Narayan Mishra Gets National Award

Berhampur: Renowned pulmonologist of Odisha Dr Narayan Mishra honoured with the prestigious ‘Indian Chest Society-Lifetime…

November 22, 2024

2 Missing After Indian Navy Submarine Collides With Fishing Vessel; Massive Search Operation Underway

Mumbai: Two crew members of a fishing vessel have been missing since it collided with…

November 22, 2024

[Watch] Jawans Dance & Celebrate After Eliminating 10 Maoists In Chhattisgarh

Raipur: In a major operation, security forces eliminated at least 10 Maoists in an encounter in…

November 22, 2024