Learn the facts. Be prepared. Given the unpredictable behavior of influenza viruses, neither the timing nor the severity of the next pandemic can be predicted with any certainty. (Source: WHO) The following information on these web pages has been compiled from national and international health authorities.

Prevention & Preparation
Travel Recommendations
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Current Situation

Influenza A H1N1
Human to Human spread has occurred. Initial cases outside of Mexico appear to be related to individuals who have recently traveled to Mexico. However, there are now cases of spread from these cases to others who did not travel to Mexico.

Avian Flu
Currently, there is NO human pandemic related to Avian flu and there is no evidence of efficient and sustained human to human transmission of the H5N1 Avian Flu virus.

General Information about Pandemic and Influenza Outbreaks

The following links provide the most up-to-date, credible information about Pandemic Influenza and Avian Flu.

Influenza A H1N1

Avian Flu H5N1

Flu Prevention & Preparation

Travel Recommendations

Food Safety

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