Epidemiological Alert: Beginning influenza season in the Caribbean and South America - 28 March 2014

As the Southern Hemisphere influenza season in the Caribbean and South America is approaching, the Pan American Health Organization / World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) recommends Member States start preparing for influenza season that might be similar to the one seen in the Northern Hemisphere. Actions should include provision of seasonal influenza vaccination to reach the most at risk populations, increasing public awareness of influenza prevention methods, strengthening influenza surveillance, and strengthening of health services.