“While we cannot predict when or if the H5N1 virus might spark a pandemic, we cannot ignore the warning signs. For the first time in human history, we have a chance to prepare ourselves for a pandemic before it arrives.”
“H5N1 is primarily an animal disease. However, given its expanding geographical scope and that H5N1 is endemic in some countries, our assessment is that the risk of pandemic is great.”
“H5N1 is primarily an animal disease. However, given its expanding geographical scope and that H5N1 is endemic in some countries, our assessment is that the risk of pandemic is great. Timing is unpredictable and the severity is uncertain.”
