• The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) mentioned in its epidemiological outbreak report mentioned cases of avian influenza.

• They also emphasized the need to establish measures for prevention and response to curtail the spread. 

• An outbreak of cases was seen in Brazil, Canada, Ecuador, the Falkland Islands, Mexico, Peru, and the United States.

• The report was published at the end of March 2024 and emphasized the need for:

1. Intersectoral coordination to promote epidemiological and virological investigations

2. Preparedness for emergencies and especially for the pandemic potential of the outbreak

3. Delegation of teams for Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCE) and collecting relevant information to look for patterns

4. Public messaging and social communication for preventive behavior change

5. Surveillance of Severe acute respiratory infection (SARI) and Influenza Syndrome (ILI)

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