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It's difficult to tell just how credible and imminent a threat an avian flu pandemic poses. The World Health Organization (WHO) has already confirmed 241 human cases of today's avian influenza A (H5N1) virus in 10 countries worldwide. The virus has met two of the three necessary preconditions for a pandemic but thankfully cannot yet be easily and sustainably transmitted between humans. Pandemics are recurring events — thus, even if today's strain doesn't make the leap, a future virus will. Many firms' business continuity plans focus on recovering processes and IT systems in alternate locations and may not take into account a pandemic that will rapidly affect all of your staff, suppliers, partners, and customers worldwide. But just because an influenza pandemic is inevitable doesn't mean that you can't minimize its damage. From clear communication of plans to protecting employees and their families with medical supplies and notification programs, there are many steps you can and should take. Here we address security and risk professionals' top questions about preparing for a pandemic.

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