community download

Presentation: Potential for another influenza pandemic- how should we be prepared?

information we require

please check before submitting



Unfortunately the document is not available at this current time, however if you leave your details we'll get it to you as soon as we can.

Please fill in all the information requested. It is very important you enter this information correctly so we can contact you with the document.

Privacy statement »

Manage your email preferences »

Remember my details Information

Information
Remember my details
We place a 'cookie' on your computer so next time you visit us you don't need to fill in all these details

Potential for another influenza pandemic: how should we be prepared?
Dr Helmut Walerius, Directorate General Health and Consumers, "Health Threats" Unit, European Commission

What are the chances of a new influenza pandemic ?
WHO Guidance on Pandemic Influenza Preparedness and Response:
·         Influenza pandemics are unpredictable but recurring events that can cause severe social, economic, and political stress. Advanced planning and preparedness are critical in helping to mitigate the impact of influenza epidemic or pandemics.
 
ECDC Guidance on Pandemic Preparedness:
·         There is no evidence that the threat of a pandemic has in any way diminished; it is the view of WHO and ECDC that future pandemics are inevitable;
·         The timing of the next pandemic, its viral type and epidemiological and clinical characteristics cannot be predicted.