Flu Doctor: WHO To Declare Phase 6 On Swine Flu

By News on the Net —— Bio and Archives May 17, 2009

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The website of a US based influenza expert has suggested that the World Health Organization will soon declare a level six swine flu alert, following new and unlinked cases of transmission in Scotland.

A 45-year-old woman, a five year-old child and a 16-year-old have all tested positive for swine flu, the Scottish Government confirmed today. Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, who is also Scottish Health Secretary, said there was “no obvious connection” between the teenager and any other confirmed or probable cases in the town. More...