Event Description:

Pandemic influenza has been identified by many international and national health agencies as an emerging infectious threat and a potential worldwide health disaster. This audioconference will provide an overview of influenza virus biology and describe the features of avian, seasonal, and pandemic influenza. The program will focus on preparation for an influenza pandemic in health institutions and blood centers and outline elements of a pandemic flu disaster plan. AABB Task Force recommendations for donor management in the event of pandemic flu will be highlighted and discussed.