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Abstract

Background
Influenza A virus has a range of subtypes characterised by the display of particular surface structures and is associated with significant symptoms and a tendency to cause epidemics and pandemics.
Objective
This article presents a checklist to assist general practitioners in preparing for an influenza pandemic.
Discussion
The Australian Federal Government launched ‘Exercise Cumpston’ in October 2006 to assess Australian pandemic preparedness. The report of the outcomes recommends the integration of general practice into the planning process at a national and jurisdictional level. General practitioners are enthusiastic about receiving further information and training in pandemic preparedness but preparing a general practice to deal with an influenza pandemic is a complex task.

Item Type:	Article
Authors/Creators:	Collins, N and Litt, J and Winzenberg, TM and Shaw, K and Moore, M
Keywords:	influenza viruses, respiratory infection, epidemics, pandemics, general practitioners
Journal or Publication Title:	Australian Family Physician
ISSN:	0300-8495
Additional Information:	Copyright 2008 to Australian Family Physician. Reproduced with permission. Permission to reproduce must be sought from the publisher, The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
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