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New human cases of avian influenza A(H7N9) continue to be reported in mainland China. On 26 May 2014, the National Health and Family Planning Commission (NHFPC) of China notified WHO of 3 additional laboratory-confirmed cases of human infection with avian influenza A(H7N9) virus.
All three cases are male and currently in a critical condition. The cases were identified in the cities of Anqing, Huangshan and Ma’anshan in Anhui Province.
(Via WHO Global Alert and Response - accessed 29/05/14)
Travellers experiencing severe flu like symptoms within 10 days of returning from China, should contact their GP and inform them of their recent travel to China.
Health Protection Scotland has produced an algorithm for the management of returning travellers from countries affected by avian influenza presenting with febrile respiratory illness: recognition, investigation and initial management.
Public Health England has produced clinical guidance for health professionals in England on the assessment and investigation of patients with severe flu-like illness who have recently returned from China.
