11 August 2012 Influenza A (H3N2)v

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11 August 2012 Influenza A (H3N2)v

Epidemiological Alerts The Pan American Health Organization / World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) would like to stress to its Member States the recommendations to maintain and strengthen routine surveillance activities, and to promote and disseminate influenza case management and prevention information to the public. The Organization encourages Member States to update and implement plans to respond to public health emergencies.

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Last Updated on Thursday, 27 September 2012 15:30

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