Pandemic influenza information website
An influenza pandemic occurs when a highly infectious new strain emerges to which humans have no immunity.
During a pandemic, the virus spreads rapidly around the world causing high rates of illness and death – and resulting in severe social and economic disruption. History has shown that pandemics tend to occur every 10-50 years.
The site – http://www.health.vic.gov.au/pandemicinfluenza/ – has information on how to prepare for an influenza pandemic for:
· Health professionals
· Businesses
· Government
. Community
