H1N1 Virus (Swine Flu)

New York Autopsies Show 2009 H1N1 Influenza Virus Damages Entire Airway

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–December 7, 2009.  In fatal cases of 2009 H1N1 influenza, the virus can damage cells throughout the respiratory airway, much like the viruses that caused the 1918 and 1957 influenza pandemics, report researchers from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the New York City Office of Chief Medical Examiner. The scientists reviewed autopsy reports, hospital records and other clinical data from 34 people who died of 2009 H1N1 influenza infection between May 15…

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