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Written question asked by Jonathan Shaw (Labour) on Wednesday, 19 October 2005, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Tuesday, 25 October 2005. It was answered by Caroline Flint (Labour) on Tuesday, 25 October 2005 on behalf of the Department of Health.


Avian Influenza

Question
To ask the Secretary of State for Health what steps she is taking to prepare for a potential pandemic of avian influenza.
Answer

The UK Government's Influenza Pandemic Plan was published on 19 October. The plan sets out our approach: to support the development of a vaccine against pandemic influenza, to build a stockpile of antiviral drugs to treat those who may become ill and to provide information to health professionals and the public.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
20927; 438 c254W;438 c253-4W
Session
2005-06
Question not reached
Yes
Subjects
Disease control Avian influenza