Swine Flu: Questions Answered on the season premiere of WVIA-TV's Call the Doctor PITTSTON, PA (wvia) - H1N1 or as it is widely known, Swine Flu, is an influenza virus that has spread across the country and affected people throughout our region. Find out what Swine Flu is and how to protect yourself and loved ones during the live season premiere of Call the Doctor moderated by George Thomas Tuesday, Oct. 6 at 7 p.m. on WVIA-TV.

The first detection of Swine Flu in people in the United States was in April 2009. This virus spread from person-to-person the same way regular seasonal influenza viruses spread. On June 11, 2009, the World Health Organization (WHO) signaled that a pandemic of 2009 H1N1 flu was occurring.

Growing up you're told to cover your nose and mouth with a tissue when you cough or sneeze; don't touch your eyes, nose or mouth; throw the tissue in the trash after you use it; avoid sick people; and if you don't feel well stay home. Will these childhood rules and a vaccine shot be enough to protect you from the Swine Flu?

A panel of physicians will answer your questions about Swine Flu. The panel consists of Dr. Lisa Esolen, Director of Infectious Disease and head of H1N1 team for Geisinger Health System, Paul Katz, M.D. Vice Dean for Faculty and Clinical Affairs at The Commonwealth Medical College in Scranton, and David Greenberg, MD from Sanofi Pasteur.

Viewers may call in questions during the live show at 1-800-326-9842 or visit wvia.org during the show to submit their questions online. Interested viewers may also e-mail questions and comments to contactctd@wvia.org.

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