The flu drugs oseltamivir , zanamivir (Relenza), or peramivir (Rapivab) should work against bird flu, although more studies are needed. These drugs must be given soon after symptoms appear. Unfortunately, H5N1 in humans can be a severe illness requiring hospitalization, isolation, and intensive care. read more
H1N1 (Swine Flu) and H5N1 (Avian Flu) are both types of flu viruses in circulation today. About H1N1 (Swine Flu) H1N1 is a new type of contagious, influenza virus that affected the health of many people in the United States and worldwide, emerging in the spring of 2009. read more