Pandemic influenzaYou are here: Pandemic influenza > Background and legislation Background and legislation An influenza pandemic occurs when a new strain of influenza virus emerges, spreading around the world and infecting many people at once. An influenza virus capable of causing a pandemic is one that people have no natural immunity to, can easily spread from person to person, and is capable of causing severe disease. New Zealand has been planning for this for some time. The Ministry of Health is working with the health sector and other Government agencies to ensure New Zealand is as prepared as possible for a potential pandemic. Related legislation Legislation related to Pandemic influenza is provided below:
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