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This poster is offered by the CDC on its website to explain how flu viruses can spread from pigs to people and from people to pigs.

CDC Alerts On Swine Flu Risks; Local Precautions Taken

Scientists have known for some time that pigs and people share some significant biological similarities. Unfortunately, this includes the ability to infect each other with influenza viruses. As pig farmers prepare for the annual season of county fairs and livestock exhibitions, they need to be aware of the flu risk with ...

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