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Pandemic (H1N1) 2009

Pandemic influenza in pregnant women
31 July 2009

Understanding the evolving situation
24 July 2009

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A researcher dilutes the type A(H1N1)-strain influenza virus into small tubes

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Ensuring the safety of pandemic vaccines
6 August 2009 -- WHO is aware of some media reports that have expressed concern about the safety of vaccines for pandemic influenza. The public needs to be reassured that regulatory procedures in place for the licensing of pandemic vaccines, including procedures for expediting regulatory approval, are rigorous and do not compromise safety or quality controls.
Read more on the safety of pandemic vaccines
Read about the pandemic influenza vaccine manufacturing process

Breastfeeding saves lives, especially during emergencies
31 July 2009 -- WHO is pleased to join the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action in celebrating World Breastfeeding Week from 1 to 7 August 2009. This year's theme stresses the importance of breastfeeding as a life-saving intervention, especially during emergencies.
Read the Director-General's statement on World Breastfeeding Week
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