H5N1 Spotlight

ESWI remains strongly committed to its mission of raising awareness and fostering cooperation, particularly in the fight against outbreaks, epidemics, and pandemics caused by viruses. 

In the aftermath of human infections with the H5N1 virus in Vietnam and the US, ESWI recently launched the H5N1 Spotlight: Informative series providing a thorough and accurate set of recommended readings, including scientific articles, institutional statements, and relevant publications on H5N1.

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Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1 Virus in Livestock
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Cluster of Influenza A(H5) Cases Associated with Poultry Exposure at Two Facilities — Colorado
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France to launch 2nd vaccination campaign against AI H5N1
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