Emerging disease surveillance and response

Media centre for Influenza A(H1N1) 2009

For media inquiries, please contact:
Tel: (+63 2) 528 9991
Fax: (+63 2) 528 9069
Email: pio@wpro.who.int


Timeline

A small number of Pandemic (H1N1) 2009 cases were first reported by the government of the United States of America in mid-late April 2009. At the same time, the Mexican government reported three separate incidents of influenza-like-illness (ILI) throughout the country. Subsequent investigation found that a dozen cases had tested positive for the same virus as in California and Texas.


Frequently asked questions

Answers to media professionals' most common questions and overview of WPRO activities.


Glossary

A guide to influenza A(H1N1) terminology


WHO Headquarters Press Releases

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