HEALTHAug 15 · 00:54 UTCWDIV CLICKONDETROITBrandon Carr

Human case of H1N2 swine flu confirmed in Michigan resident after county youth fair

An H1N2 influenza A variant case was confirmed in an Ionia County resident who was exposed to swine at the Kent County Youth Fair in Michigan. Health officials are contacting swine exhibitors and area health care providers for monitoring following the exposure. Prevention efforts include recommending annual flu vaccinations, frequent handwashing, and avoiding close contact with pigs.

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