Swine flue is any strain of the influenza of viruses family that can be rarely transmitted from an animal to a person. This particular disease is prevalent in pigs. It's early signs are apparent which include sneezing, lethargy, chronic coughing, breathing problems and appetite loss.
Recently, there was an outbreak of swine flu( H1N1 prototype 9 influenza virus) in some parts of the country( Laikipia and Nanyuki). So far, it has claimed a life of a 5 year old boy at Nanyuki cottage hospital. Kenyans are called upon to be on the look out and take measures against this contagious respiratory disease.
Here is how swine flu is acquired as highlighted on medicalnewstoday.com
1. Contact with infected pigs
Aforementioned, the disease is prevalent in pigs and very contagious in nature. So, any contact with a pig you are probable to be infected with the disease. It would be more safe if you stay away from pigs to avoid the disease.
2. Contact with infected people.
It's a contagious disease and can easily be transmitted from one person to another. If you come into contact with an infected person, you are also likely to victimized. The best measure is, isolate yourself from affected victims.