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Many people believe the outbreak of a bird flu pandemic is an end-of-world scenario. They believe the only recourse is to trust those in charge, but the truth is, while devastating to the economy and society in general, most experts agree that if a bird flu pandemic does occur, it will last between 12-18 months before petering out. What you do to prepare for, and during, that outbreak will determine how you, and your family, will live the rest of your lives. |
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“We are talking at least seven million deaths, but maybe more 10 million, 20 million, and the worst case, 100 million.” Shigeru Omi, Regional Director, western pacific office of the World Health Organization, November 2004Avian influenza is a viral asteroid on a collision course with humanity. In 1918, a pandemic strain of influenza killed at least 40 million people in three months. Now, leading researchers believe, another world catastrophe is imminent. |
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