H1N1 (2009)

How to wash hands well Post-Pandemic H1N1(2009) Situation:

In the post-pandemic phase, weekly information on number of cases and qualitative indicators (geographical spread, trend, intensity, and impact) is no longer being collected by SEARO. However, H1N1 (2009) activity is being monitored on an ongoing basis in selected countries. Case reports of confirmed H1N1 (2009) continue to be reported in Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, and Thailand but the overall impact is perceived to be low.

H1N1 (2009) in post-pandemic phase from 10 August 2010

On 10 August 2010, WHO Director-General Dr Margaret Chan announced that the H1N1 influenza virus has moved into the post-pandemic period. However, localized outbreaks of various magnitudes are likely to continue.

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Current WHO phase of pandemic alert for Pandemic (H1N1) 2009

In the 2009 revision of the phase descriptions, WHO has retained the use of a six-phased approach for easy incorporation of new recommendations and approaches into existing national preparedness and response plans. The grouping and description of pandemic phases have been revised to make them easier to understand, more precise, and based upon observable phenomena. Phases 1–3 correlate with preparedness, including capacity development and response planning activities, while Phases 4–6 clearly signal the need for response and mitigation efforts. Furthermore, periods after the first pandemic wave are elaborated to facilitate post pandemic recovery activities.

The current WHO phase of pandemic alert for Pandemic (H1N1) 2009 is post-pandemic.

The current WHO phase of pandemic alert for Pandemic (H1N1) 2009 is post-pandemic

In the post-pandemic period, influenza disease activity will have returned to levels normally seen for seasonal influenza. It is expected that the pandemic virus will behave as a seasonal influenza A virus. At this stage, it is important to maintain surveillance and update pandemic preparedness and response plans accordingly. An intensive phase of recovery and evaluation may be required.

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