The Threat continues to Loom: Swine Influenza

Abstract

The emergence of influenza A (A/H1N1) virus (or swine flu) in the midst of COVID-19 pandemic was a global concern last year but still continues to loom threat and is a public health concern. Apart from the public health measures, the attitudinal factors of the masses do play a role. The components of risk perception among the public where perceived susceptibility to disease and perceived severity of the disease is considered less in comparison to the recent pandemic due to COVID-19 encountered by the masses matters. The possibility of having this again is real, and it should be considered for global and countries preparedness.