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Pandemic disease isn't automatic cause for worldwide panic. Learn what a pandemic really is, plus review real-life historical outbreaks and take a look at them today.

A look at the different pandemic threat levels and what each of them means, as defined by the World Health Organization.

In honor of the real-life 2009 swine flu pandemic outbreak, here are 5 of the best fictional films and novels about viral epidemics.

Researchers have presented evidence that scientists who have long thought that bird flu survivors may hold the key to treating and preventing H5N1 are on the right track.

The swine flu epidemic was declared a phase 6 pandemic by the World Health Organization in June. Learn what that means, get swine flu facts, and find vaccine information.

Have we learned from previous pandemics? How are strategies determined? What should individuals do to prepare?

The World Health Organization (WHO) has a six-phase formal set of guidelines to help communities and health care agencies prepare for and respond to global epidemics.

Pandemic flu planning isn't just for the health care sector. Every business must address health emergencies in its continuity plan; get guidelines for disaster planning.

The eruption of novel viruses, such as H5N1 and the swine/avian/human strain in Mexico City, dictate ongoing analysis of infectious threats and pandemic awareness.

An epidemic of global proportions that had far reaching consequences

In 1918, an influenza strain killed more than 20 million people. In 1968, the pandemic strain killed 1 million over 2 years. Today, swine flu will have an unknown toll.

Knowledge of the how and why of the spread of infectious disease is important for control. Without this knowledge increased human disability and death may be inevitable.

In simple terms a pandemic is much more widespread geographically than an epidemic. A pandemic is often worldwide.

The World Health Organization has declared a flu pandemic and the Centres for Disease Control in Atlanta, Georgia has identified the culprit.

A healthcare system that limits access for the poor and under-insured will be incapable of responding to a pandemic in a timely fashion.

Swine flu symptoms can be treated with certain antiviral, antibiotic, and over-the-counter medications. The CDC warns consumers about some influenza drugs and aspirin.

Accepted theory suggests the current flu outbreak should have started elsewhere as a different virus.

Dr. Margaret Chan, Director-General of the World Health Organization, decided to raise the level of swine flu alert from phase 5 to phase 6, meaning start of a pandemic.

Dr. Margaret Chan, Director-General of the World Health Organization, decided to raise the level of swine flu alert from phase 5 to phase 6 meaning start of a pandemic.

Avian influenza A virus has the potential to evolve into a strain that can effectively be spread person-to-person.

The CDC recommends breastfeeding as much as possible to provide immunological protection to infants. Formula produces additional inflammation risk during swine flu.

H1N1 influenza is officially a worldwide pandemic, with hundreds of countries reporting laboratory-confirmed cases, according to the World Health Organization.

First, it was flu in Mexico, then in the U.S., then Canada, now Europe. Who is susceptible? Who is at risk ? Where will the virus appear next? Will this be a pandemic?

Whenever a flu virus affects humans as SARS, H5N1 bird flu and swine flu did, the Spanish flu outbreak is cited. But in 1918 more than the influenza virus was involved.

With growing concern at the CDC and WHO, now is the time to know what steps to take if the Swine Flu epidemic becomes worse.

As the number of H1N1 cases rose, so did comparisons to the Spanish flu of 1918. The patterns of both pandemics are strikingly similar. But modern era 2009 is not 1918.

H1N1 has been dominating the news for months now, and many people are worried about catching the virus. However, statistically speaking, H1N1 is not that dangerous.

Learn how to prepare & protect yourself & loved ones from swine flu: wash hands, disinfect surfaces, treat influenza symptoms & stock up on water & non-perishable food.

The spring of 2009 has brought a unique illness called the swine flu.

When the swine flu virus cuts loose in the winter will public health authorities be ready?

New antibody treatments and vaccines to combat influenza may soon be possible and recurrent yearly flu immunizations may become a thing of the past.

What's safer, to get the swine flu H1N1 vaccinations for children and teens? Or not? So far, the shot seems safe, but the flu's been mild. What do doctors recommend? Why?

The El Nino of 2009 resembles that of 1918. Both coincide with strikingly similar pandemic outbreaks of H1N1 influenza. Could the climate event be a contributing factor?

Many reporters and scientist cite the Spanish Flu epidemic of 1918 when discussing the H1N1 virus (Swine Flu). Yet key differences exist between the two pandemics.

The swine flu is not the first major flu outbreak to sweep the globe, and looking back provides a glimpse at the enormity of a pandemic health crisis.

This wild outbreak of influenza spread to almost every part of the world and millions of people lost their lives from this contagious disease.

The A(H1N1) virus, or swine flu as it is more commonly known has become a pandemic, spurring governments into recognising it as a health crisis.

The Swine Flu is very contagious and can spread very quickly. If you are ill, stay home so that you don't infect others.

Seniors have special needs related to H1N1 and seasonal flu, whether avoiding the illness, experiencing flu-like symptoms, or caring for someone with influenza.

The World Health Organization today declared the first flu pandemic in 41 years, in part due to a sharp rise in swine flu cases in Scotland.

As the number of cases of swine flu, or H1N1, increases, many companies are responding with pandemic policies, including limiting business travel and virtual meetings.

Precautions can be taken, but the chances of contracting the swine flu are still likely. In the event of illness, be prepared for the flu pandemic.

Now that the Swine Flu (H1N1) has been declared a pandemic, with over 1 million cases suspected in the US alone, the CDC and US government intend to act quickly.

Increasing mobility of people and the ready availability of airline travel allow influenza viruses originating in one part of the world to easily spread around the globe

Children need extra attention in time of stress and trauma, but there are ways to help them cope by offering them extra attention, speaking to them and asking questions.

As pandemic H1N1 sweeps through schools, communities, and countries, it is beginning to reveal its adaptability: Mutations may render drugs like Tamiflu less useful.

As the world worries about avian flu, they need only look to the 1918 Spanish Flu pandemic to see how bad things can get.

With the first African cases of H1N1 flu in Egypt, the World Health Organization has declared the recent flu virus outbreak a pandemic. How did it get to this?

Daniel Kalla, a Canadian native, is an emergency room physician and fiction writer. Kalla was member of the regional SARS Response Taskforce.

While most people recover from swine flu without needing any medical treatment, it can prove fatal to a few. Find out how to protect yourself against swine flu today.