Pandemic Influenza
Pandemic Influenza
A large-scale, worldwide human epidemic of disease is called a pandemic. The development of a new influenza virus that spreads easily between people could result in an influenza pandemic. Experts are concerned that the recent H5N1 outbreak of influenza in birds could mutate to produce a new strain of influenza virus that is easily spread among humans. This is what would be needed for the development of an influenza pandemic.
Notification
Pandemic Influenza is a notifiable disease in NSW and must be reported by phone as soon as possible after diagnosis.
Doctors, Hospitals and laboratories must notify the local Public Health Unit (PHU).
Select your local PHU to obtain the correct notification form and notify your local PHU.