Flu in Pigs and People

November 29, 2023 — 

Flu viruses can spread from pigs to people and from people to pigs - how do you prevent the spread on your farm? Work with your veterinarian to develop a herd management and vaccination strategy to reduce the spread of the flu and to prevent the introduction of flu viruses between people and pigs.

Lessen the risk of flu with these tips:

• Vaccinate your herd
• Use good biosecurity measures
• Use all-in and all-out husbandry procedures, and limiting pig movement between the pens, swine barns, and farms • Keep swine barns, feeding, and water equipment, clean and sanitary
• Protect pig caretakers annually with the seasonal flu vaccine
• Use proper ventilation systems in enclosed spaces, such as swine barns
• If attending agricultural fairs, exhibitions, or terminal shows where many pigs are present, reducing the time that pigs are at the fair or exhibited can reduce transmission of flu among pigs and between pigs and people.

Read more about preventing flu on your farm

[Source: National Pork Board Update 17 November 2023]