Seasonal influenza is an acute viral infection that spreads easily from person to person.
Seasonal influenza viruses circulate worldwide and can affect anybody in any age group.
Seasonal influenza viruses cause annual epidemics that peak during winter in temperate regions.
Seasonal influenza is a serious public health problem that causes severe illness and death in high risk populations.
An influenza epidemic can take an economic toll through lost workforce productivity and strain health services.
Influenza vaccination is the most effective way to prevent infection.
Antiviral drugs are available for treatment, however influenza viruses can develop resistance to the drugs.
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Influenza (Seasonal)
http://www.who.int/mediacentre/factsheets/fs211/en/ [who.int]
「インフルエンザワクチンは、感染を予防する最も有効な方法である。」 とありますな。