Emerging Influenza Strains in the Last Two Decades: A Threat of a New Pandemic?

In the last 20 years, novel non-seasonal influenza viruses have emerged, most of which have originated from birds. Despite their apparent inability to cause pandemics, with the exception of H1N1 swine influenza virus, these viruses still constitute a constant threat to public health. While general c...

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Main Authors: Claudia Trombetta, Simona Piccirella, Daniele Perini, Otfried Kistner, Emanuele Montomoli
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2015-03-01
Series:Vaccines
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2076-393X/3/1/172