90 Quotes by Margaret Chan

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    There has been a meeting and discussions are still in progress. The talks have been taking place between the two sides here and in the United States.

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    While we cannot predict when or if the H5N1 virus might spark a pandemic, we cannot ignore the warning signs, ... For the first time in human history, we have a chance to prepare ourselves for a pandemic before it arrives.

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    We cannot think of the old days when we were dealing with SARS. It's a totally different ballgame now.

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    When is the next time? We don't have a time frame. I suspect it will likely to be November, if history is anything to go by.

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    Based on assessment of all available information and following several expert consultations, I have decided to raise the current level of influenza pandemic alert from phase 4 to phase 5.

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    Countries have improved since SARS. They understand the importance of responding and being as prompt and transparent as possible.

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    During the past week, indeed new confirmed cases have shown a downward trend. The situation has stabilized, ... Our estimation is that this is a result achieved through concerted efforts from all quarters.

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