Fourteen swine flu research projects have been fast-tracked. These include how long someone is contagious for and how effective school closures are in slowing the spread of swine flu. The results will be available by the end of the year.
Archive for August, 2009
Swine flu vaccine priority for most at risk
Priority for the swine flu vaccine will be given to at-risk groups such as pregnant women and people with serious underlying health conditions. Vaccinations are expected to begin in the Autumn.
Public warned against online swine flu medicines
The UK medicines watchdog has warned the public not to buy medicines for swine flu online.