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Published online 16 April 2008 | Nature | doi:10.1038/news.2008.759

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Flu hotspot found in Asia

Influenza strains then radiate worldwide.

The breeding ground for new influenza strains is centered in East and Southeast Asia, new research suggests. The virus bounces around countries in the region before emerging worldwide to cause seasonal epidemics.

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  • Hi, I disturbing development a primeval soup. Regards Dr. Terence Hale

    • 18 Apr, 2008
    • Posted by: Terence Hale