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Frequently Asked Questions on the Proposed Revision of the International Health Regulations (IHRs)
These 21 questions have been made available to the countries for the revision process of the International Health Regulations (IHRs) currently in progress. The revisions will be discussed and ratified during the upcoming World Health Assembly in May 2005.
WHO: IHR FAQs
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Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
SARS, an atypical pneumonia of unknown aetiology, was recognized at the end of February 2003. The World Health Organization is co-ordinating the international investigation with the assistance of the Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network and is working closely with health authorities in the affected countries to provide epidemiological, clinical and logistical support as required.
SARS_info.htm
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SARS: Global Alert, Global Response
This presentation of eight PowerPoint slides outlines how vital the global alert and response was in containing the worldwide SARS epidemic, how SARS is transmitted, its economic effects, and lessons learned for future application.
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Foodborne Diseases, Emerging (WHO Fact Sheet No. 124)
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Drug-Resistant Salmonella (WHO Fact Sheet No. 139)
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Antimicrobial Resistance (WHO Fact Sheet No. 194)
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Campylobacter (WHO Fact Sheet No. 255)
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Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
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International Health Regulations (IHR)
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Health Surveillance and Disease Prevention and Control at PAHO
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PAHO Regional Program on Epidemic Alert and Response: Working to Deal with Outbreaks in the Americas
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The PAHO Regional Program on Viral Diseases
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Frequently Asked Questions on the Proposed Revision of the International Health Regulations (IHRs)
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Travelers' Health
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International Travel and Health
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Investing in Global Health: 'Best Buys' and Priorities for Action in Developing Countries
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Travelers' Health
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International Travel and Health
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Related Sites: Emerging and Reemerging Infectious Diseases (EIDs)
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Photo Gallery: Typhoid Epidemic in Ca Pierre, Haiti
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Number of Cases of Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS) (Region of the Americas, 1993–2004)
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Campaign to Prevent Antimicrobial Resistance in Healthcare Settings
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”Every breath counts. Stop tuberculosis now!” World TB Day 2004
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Status of TB Operations (Region of the Americas, 2004)
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Words from Dr. Mirta Roses, Director of PAHO, on World TB Day 2004
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Regional Meeting on Tuberculosis (Mexico City, 6–10 September 2004)
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Dengue
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Malaria
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Campylobacter
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Emerging/Reemerging Diseases
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Epidemiological Alerts Archives, 2003–2008