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Illinois Health Department Confirms Additional H3N2v Influenza Cases

Common flu precautions recommended

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SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–August 20, 2012.  The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) laboratory has confirmed a total of three cases of what is known as the H3N2v influenza virus. IDPH is working with local, state and federal health officials to reduce the spread of this virus, but additional cases are possible, therefore it is important to take preventative steps. The three confirmed cases all report having contact with swine at agricultural fairs in…

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