asian influenza

noun

Meaning

A highly contagious subtype of the influenza A virus (H2N2) that caused a global pandemic in the late 1950s.

Examples

Public health records indicate that the Asian influenza pandemic of 1957 placed a significant strain on global medical infrastructure.
Researchers studying historical viral outbreaks often compare modern strains to the Asian influenza to understand mutation patterns.

Synonyms: H2N2, 1957 flu

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asian influenza

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈeɪʒən ˌɪnfluˈɛnzə/

Definition

A highly contagious subtype of the influenza A virus (H2N2) that caused a global pandemic in the late 1950s.

Examples

Public health records indicate that the Asian influenza pandemic of 1957 placed a significant strain on global medical infrastructure.
Researchers studying historical viral outbreaks often compare modern strains to the Asian influenza to understand mutation patterns.

Synonyms of asian influenza

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