A Mexican boy was identified as 'patient zero' for the 2009 H1N1 epidemic/pandemic. He actually wasn't 'patient zero' in all likelihood, as much as the media cherish such stories. https://t.co/Yaf58yyZsj 2/ https://t.co/PxhdfDdIGn
Pandemic potential of a strain of influenza A (H1N1): early findings.
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The posts reflect a high level of interest through references to past pandemics like 2009 H1N1 and debates over fatality estimates, with some examples questioning media narratives about 'patient zero.' The tone varies from analytical to skeptical, emphasizing the importance of accurate data and historical context in understanding the pandemic potential discussed in the article.
Most discussions recognize the early estimates and findings of the publication, showing general alignment with its conclusions about the potential impact of H1N1.
The discussions display high interest, including references to past pandemics, debates over case fatality rates, and historical context, indicating engagement with the topic.
Some comments analyze the implications of the findings, question the accuracy of early reports, or include references to related viruses and outbreaks, demonstrating moderate depth in engagement.
While the discussions acknowledge the significance of the research, they mainly focus on understanding and contextualizing the findings rather than advocating direct policy changes or measures.
Abstract in brief
- The new H1N1 influenza virus spread quickly from Mexico, with early estimates suggesting that around 23,000 people were infected by late April, and the death rate was relatively low, with a case fatality ratio of about 0.4%.
- The severity of the infection seems less severe than the 1918 pandemic but similar to the 1957 flu, with children experiencing higher attack rates than adults.
- The virus's ability to transmit between humans, indicated by an R0 value of approximately 1.2 to 1.6, is higher than typical seasonal flu but lower than some previous pandemics, meaning it spreads more easily than regular flu but isn't as highly contagious as major past outbreaks.
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Most liked on X and BlueskyNeil Ferguson most likely case fatality estimate for swine flu was 0.4%. Based on this advice, the government’s reasonable worst case scenario in 2009 was for 65,000 deaths. In the end 457 people died. 1/… https://t.co/PpeNqZu67j https://t.co/NQDUkNOLFe
@Cream_of_Liqour @Grimhood @eyesofbrah (they're listed on a paper covering early review of H1N1 https://t.co/BVM73lytOv so I suspect they know a thing or two)
@Yolo304741 Of course. He’s not an idiot. Pandemics happen. Leaders have to be prepared. Scientists have been monitoring viruses for potential emerging pandemics for decades. Remember Outbreak? The Hot Zone? Ebola. Swine flu. SARS. MERS. It was only a matter of time https://t.co/0OVbBxKjF6
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RT @michael_riordan: Neil Ferguson most likely case fatality estimate for swine flu was 0.4%. Based on this advice, the government’s reason…
RT @michael_riordan: Neil Ferguson most likely case fatality estimate for swine flu was 0.4%. Based on this advice, the government’s reason…
RT @michael_riordan: Neil Ferguson most likely case fatality estimate for swine flu was 0.4%. Based on this advice, the government’s reason…
RT @michael_riordan: Neil Ferguson most likely case fatality estimate for swine flu was 0.4%. Based on this advice, the government’s reason…
RT @michael_riordan: Neil Ferguson most likely case fatality estimate for swine flu was 0.4%. Based on this advice, the government’s reason…
Neil Ferguson most likely case fatality estimate for swine flu was 0.4%. Based on this advice, the government’s reasonable worst case scenario in 2009 was for 65,000 deaths. In the end 457 people died. 1/… https://t.co/PpeNqZu67j https://t.co/NQDUkNOLFe
@Yolo304741 Of course. He’s not an idiot. Pandemics happen. Leaders have to be prepared. Scientists have been monitoring viruses for potential emerging pandemics for decades. Remember Outbreak? The Hot Zone? Ebola. Swine flu. SARS. MERS. It was only a matter of time https://t.co/0OVbBxKjF6
@JipCannRecords @Filthy_Oar @Tendar Jesus buddy, don’t hurt yourself. Fyi, there’s no such thing as a vaccine that provides 100% immunity against target pathogens, eg 2 doses of MMR vaccine is only 88% effective for preventing mumps. Good news is immunity isn’t necessary to contain contagion https://t.co/PcdQJPprmo
@TQuedateencasa @MrLotario https://t.co/UAELabRpJA
@Cream_of_Liqour @Grimhood @eyesofbrah (they're listed on a paper covering early review of H1N1 https://t.co/BVM73lytOv so I suspect they know a thing or two)
@TakeThatCDC @necrobiomicon https://t.co/8g2C1Yd16z, https://t.co/7SIuATHY8O, https://t.co/3FaeSxqxio, https://t.co/AOghRyNXEL. Dudes got a lot of papers; saying he knows “fuck all” about pathogen evolution or spread is a serious stretch
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RT @Biologictime: 2009 Antigenic and genetic characteristics of swine-origin 2009 A (H1N1) influenza viruses circulating in humans. Citado…
RT @Biologictime: 2009 Antigenic and genetic characteristics of swine-origin 2009 A (H1N1) influenza viruses circulating in humans. Citado…
RT @Biologictime: 2009 Antigenic and genetic characteristics of swine-origin 2009 A (H1N1) influenza viruses circulating in humans. Citado…
RT @Biologictime: 2009 Antigenic and genetic characteristics of swine-origin 2009 A (H1N1) influenza viruses circulating in humans. Citado…
RT @Biologictime: 2009 Antigenic and genetic characteristics of swine-origin 2009 A (H1N1) influenza viruses circulating in humans. Citado…
RT @Biologictime: 2009 Antigenic and genetic characteristics of swine-origin 2009 A (H1N1) influenza viruses circulating in humans. Citado…
RT @Biologictime: 2009 Antigenic and genetic characteristics of swine-origin 2009 A (H1N1) influenza viruses circulating in humans. Citado…
RT @Biologictime: 2009 Antigenic and genetic characteristics of swine-origin 2009 A (H1N1) influenza viruses circulating in humans. Citado…
RT @Biologictime: 2009 Antigenic and genetic characteristics of swine-origin 2009 A (H1N1) influenza viruses circulating in humans. Citado…
RT @Biologictime: 2009 Antigenic and genetic characteristics of swine-origin 2009 A (H1N1) influenza viruses circulating in humans. Citado…
RT @Biologictime: 2009 Antigenic and genetic characteristics of swine-origin 2009 A (H1N1) influenza viruses circulating in humans. Citado…
RT @Biologictime: 2009 Antigenic and genetic characteristics of swine-origin 2009 A (H1N1) influenza viruses circulating in humans. Citado…
RT @Biologictime: 2009 Antigenic and genetic characteristics of swine-origin 2009 A (H1N1) influenza viruses circulating in humans. Citado…
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RT @Biologictime: 2009 Antigenic and genetic characteristics of swine-origin 2009 A (H1N1) influenza viruses circulating in humans. Citado…
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RT @Biologictime: 2009 Antigenic and genetic characteristics of swine-origin 2009 A (H1N1) influenza viruses circulating in humans. Citado…
RT @Biologictime: 2009 Antigenic and genetic characteristics of swine-origin 2009 A (H1N1) influenza viruses circulating in humans. Citado…
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RT @BallouxFrancois: A Mexican boy was identified as 'patient zero' for the 2009 H1N1 epidemic/pandemic. He actually wasn't 'patient zero'…
RT @BallouxFrancois: A Mexican boy was identified as 'patient zero' for the 2009 H1N1 epidemic/pandemic. He actually wasn't 'patient zero'…
RT @BallouxFrancois: A Mexican boy was identified as 'patient zero' for the 2009 H1N1 epidemic/pandemic. He actually wasn't 'patient zero'…
A Mexican boy was identified as 'patient zero' for the 2009 H1N1 epidemic/pandemic. He actually wasn't 'patient zero' in all likelihood, as much as the media cherish such stories. https://t.co/Yaf58yyZsj 2/ https://t.co/PxhdfDdIGn
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