New swine flu-related virus may potentially cause another pandemic: Chinese experts

A new swine flu virus, EA H1N1 G4, has been identified with pandemic potential. It contains genes from three H1N1 types, including the Eurasian avian flu and the 2009 pandemic strain. The virus is spreading among pigs in China, with 178 confirmed cases. Although two people were infected, the virus did not spread further. It primarily affects the human respiratory system.

What is the name of the new virus with pandemic potential related to swine flu?

• EA H1N1 G4

• H5N1

• SARS-CoV-2

• MERS-CoV

Which of the following is NOT a genetic component of the G4 variant virus?

• H5N1 bird flu

• Eurasian avian flu

• 2009 pandemic strain

• North American pig virus

How many pigs were tested to find the spread of H1N1 among farmed pigs in China?

• 100,000

• 50,000

• 31,000

• 10,000

In how many provinces in China was the H1N1 virus found spreading among farmed pigs?

• 8

• 12

• 5

• 10

What system in humans does the new swine flu virus appear to attack?

• Circulatory system

• Nervous system

• Digestive system

• Respiratory system