The H1N1 Swine Flu: A Look Inside

The H1N1 swine flu virus has become a pandemic. James Williams takes a look at where the swine flu originated and what happens to the virus once it gets inside our bodies.

Duration: 00:02:03
Date published: 16 Oct 2009 - 12:22pm

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