World Health Organisation

The WHA is seen by some as an ineffective UN meeting but it has much greater legitimacy than the G8/G20 on account of its democracy. Unlike the rich countries' clubs of the G8 and G20, all countries, however poor, have the right to speak out and to vote.

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The World Health Organization says the swine flu outbreak is moving closer to becoming a pandemic.

WHO flu chief Dr. Keiji Fukuda told reporters on Wednesday that developments in the disease are moving the agency closer to raising its pandemic alert to phase 5, indicating widespread human-to-human transmission.

A few hours ago, experts unveiled some very simple to follow preventive measures that will help prevent the spread of influenza or swine fever that is attacking our country:

• Use a mask when you go to the street, go to work, or return it. Explaining to coworkers, neighbors or friends of the correct use of a mask in nose and mouth for greater effectiveness.
• Do not spread panic or exaggerate the indications from the authorities, because they are preventive measures.