In addition to properly stocking personal protective equipment and supplies, we at Flu Armour strongly encourage everyone to learn more about the Bird Flu virus and follow news related to the escalating risk of a pandemic. For up-to-date, reputable information, please visit the below sites.
http://www.pandemicflu.gov/
The official U.S. government Web site for information on a pandemic flu and the H5N1 Avian Influenza. A good compilation of information from a number of reputable sources, including OSHA, WHO, CDC, FDA and the U.S. Department of State, among others.
http://www.who.int/csr/disease/avian_influenza/en/
The World Health Organization is the United Nations' specialized agency for public health. Up-to-date information on Bird Flu news and global threat levels, along with lots of technical H5N1 Avian Influenza facts.
http://www.cdc.gov/flu/avian/index.htm
The Center for Disease Control and Prevention is the principal agency in the United States government for protecting the health and safety of all Americans and for providing essential human services.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/birdflu.html
The U.S. National Institute of Health, in conjunction with the National Library of Medicine, provides this clearinghouse of information on the Bird Flu. A more medical perspective, including information on research and clinical trials.
http://usinfo.state.gov/gi/global_issues/bird_flu.html
U.S. State Department's perspective on the Bird Flu. An excellent site for information on the political and economic consequences of an Avian Influenza pandemic, as well as the measures being taken to control a potential outbreak.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/bird-flu/DS00566
The Mayo Clinic is one of the foremost medical facilities in the world. This site offers interesting medical insight, including information on signs and symptoms of H5N1 Avian Influenza and the seriousness of the Bird Flu pandemic threat.
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