What is H1N1, and how does it differ from regular flu? - #14722
I recently heard about H1N1, and I realized I don’t fully understand how it differs from seasonal flu. I know it was a big concern a few years ago, but I don’t know if it’s still a major health risk. What exactly is H1N1, and how is it different from the common flu? I read that it’s a type of swine flu—does that mean it originally came from pigs? Also, what are the main symptoms, and how severe can they get? Is H1N1 more dangerous than regular influenza, or is it just another strain of the virus? I also want to know how H1N1 is treated and prevented. Does the annual flu vaccine protect against it, or is a separate vaccine required? Are there natural ways to boost immunity against H1N1, such as Ayurvedic remedies or dietary changes? If anyone has had H1N1, what were your symptoms, and how long did it take to recover? Did you need antiviral medication, or were home remedies enough?
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