WHO guidelines for global surveillance of influenza A(H5N1)
Overview
Tools to assist in the implementation of surveillance of influenza A/H5 viral infection:
- Monitoring the global occurrence of influenza A/H5 viral infection in humans
- Identifying and characterizing any emergent influenza strain so as to inform control strategies
- Monitoring changes in transmission patterns and detecting potential human-to-human transmission of influenza A/H5 viruses
- Monitoring of unusual morbidity and mortality due to acute respiratory illness
- Monitoring the global activity of influenza A/H5 viruses in animal populations