Types of Influenza
Who is most likely to contract Influenza A
Adults
What is influenza most commonly known as
The Flu
How is Influenza spread
Through coughs or sneezes
Who is most likely to contract influenza B
Children under the age of 5
Where did influenza A originate
In wild birds
Where was the first confirmed outbreak of influenza
China
What are the different variants
Influenza A, B, C and D
what are the symptoms of influenza
Fever, Fatigue, cough, sore throat and body aches
What is influenza C
A mild cold-like illness
how long can influenza live on contaminated surfaces for
Up to 48 hours
When is the Flu season
Autumn and winter
Who does influenza D primarily affect
Cattle and pigs
When was influenza first discovered
In the 1380s
What was the worst influenza outbreak recorded
1918 Spanish Flu pandemic
What is so unique about Influenza A
Influenza A viruses are the only influenza viruses known to cause flu pandemics