H7N9 Case Numbers Stalled, But Pandemic Potential Remains

Despite the fact that since May 7, no new human cases of avian influenza A (H7N9) infection have been reported in China -- the only country affected by the deadly virus to date -- the CDC continues to encourage medical professionals in the United States to maintain a high level of alert and be prepared for the virus because its global pandemic potential still is unknown. The Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP) at the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, reported that as of May 15, 131 lab-confirmed cases have been reported, including 36 deaths.
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