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On 16 July 2015, the Chinese National Health and Family Planning Commission notified WHO of 5 new laboratory-confirmed cases (including 3 deaths) of human infection with avian influenza A (H7N9).
Cases ranged in age from 58 to 77 years. All the new cases were male. All cases reported exposure to a poultry related environment. No clusters were reported. Cases were reported from four provinces and municipalities: Anhui (2), Jiangsu (1), Shanghai (1), and Zhejiang (1).
WHO is monitoring the epidemiological situation and carrying out risk assessment based on the latest information. The public health risk from avian influenza A(H7N9) viruses has not changed overall.
The Chinese government is continuing to take steps to strengthen surveillance, reinforce case management and medical treatment and inform and communicate risk with the public.
(Via WHO Emergencies Preparedness and Response 16 July 2015 - accessed 20/07/15)
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.
