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Mutated Swine Flu Drives Unusual H1N1 Spike in Washington State

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Medical researchers in Washington state are monitoring a concerning increase in H1N1 flu cases. A new mutation in the swine flu strain is contributing to this rise, potentially offering some protection against existing antibodies. This development could lead to a more challenging flu season with potentially two distinct periods of illness. AI

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Mutated Swine Flu Drives Unusual H1N1 Spike in Washington State

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    America May Be in for 2 Flu Seasons This Winter—and a Mutated Swine Flu Is Why Medical researchers in Washington state are tracking an unusual spike in H1N1 flu

    America May Be in for 2 Flu Seasons This Winter—and a Mutated Swine Flu Is Why Medical researchers in Washington state are tracking an unusual spike in H1N1 flu cases, aided and abetted by a new mutation that protects the virus against some preexisting antibodies. https:// gizmod…

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