👉 The Senegal Flu, also known as Senegalese Flu or Senegambian Flu, is a viral respiratory illness caused by the Orthomyxoviridae family, specifically by the Influenza A virus subtype H3N2. This flu emerged in Senegal in 1956 and is named after the country where it first appeared. The Senegal Flu is characterized by symptoms similar to those of seasonal influenza, including fever, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, and muscle or body aches. However, it tends to be less severe than typical influenza outbreaks. What makes the Senegal Flu particularly noteworthy is its rapid spread and high mortality rate in young children, pregnant women, and individuals with compromised immune systems. The virus's ability to mutate quickly contributes to its potential for causing widespread outbreaks, necessitating ongoing surveillance and vaccination efforts to mitigate its impact.
