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No longer a question of “if”: The coming pandemicIn 1918 an influenza pandemic swept around the world, killing an estimated 30 to 50 million people. Now health experts predict that mankind faces the probability of another, perhaps equally or more serious, pandemic of global proportions. The most likely pandemic threat is a highly pathogenic avian H5N1 virus, commonly known as bird flu, now progressing slowly through Asia and other countries.
In the U.S., an influenza pandemic could have a devastating impact on businesses, schools, public services and the health care system.
Steps can be taken now to benefit the entire health care system and prepare the medical and overall community for health- and disaster-related challenges.
Hear from national and regional experts who will explore the characteristics of pandemic influenza, its medical implications and possible ways to minimize its effect on business, the economy and everyday life.