Influenza pandemic threat: current situation
Given the unpredictable behaviour of influenza viruses, neither the timing nor the severity of the next pandemic can be predicted with any certainty. Information on these pages has been compiled to help policy-makers and the public stay informed in a situation that is rapidly evolving.
Current level of alert
Advice to the public
- WHO recommendations relating to travellers coming from and going to countries experiencing outbreaks of highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza
- Food safety issues
The current H5N1 avian influenza situation
- Situation updates - public health
- Confirmed Human Cases of Avian Influenza A(H5N1)
- OIE updates on avian influenza situation in birds
- FAO animal health special report