• Since late 2003, Avian Influenza (H5N1) virus infections in Asia have resulted in deaths or culling of more than 100 million poultry. In addition it was noted to jump repeatedly the "specie barrier"and infect humans. Cases are reported in Cambodia, Thailand ,Vietnam, Indonesia and China. Most human transmission so far are thought to have occurred through some form of contact with live or dead infected poultry.

• Cumulative Number of Confirmed Human Cases of Avian Influenza Reported to W.H.O.

• W.H.O. Avian Influenza Updates

• D.O.H. : " Latest News, Press Releases, FAQ's on Avian Influenza or Bird flu "

  Poliomyelitis in Indonesia

• Last 02 May 2005, a WHO global reference Laboratory confirmed a wild polivirus type 1 from an acute flaccid paralysis case (AFP) in Giri jaya Village, Sukabumi District, West Java, Indonesia. No wild polio case reported in this country since 1995.

• Two new polio cases were confirmed in Indonesia in West Java province, bringing the total number of cases to 155. One case is from Cianjur, and the other is from a newly infected district, Kota Bekasi.

• Update on polio outbreak in Indonesia

• Global Polio Eradication Initiative

Recommendation for Travelers to Countries or Areas where Avian Influenza (AI) have been Reported:

• Avoid areas with poultry, (e.g.live animal markets, farms, poultries, aviaries, bird santuaries).
• Always Clean hands using either soap & water or alcohol-based hand sanitizers.
• Thoroughly cook all foods especially poultry products.
• Do not import or bring into the country, poultry products from affected countries.

Recommendation for Travelers upon return from any Country with Avian Influenza (AI), if you have had close contact with live poultry:

• Monitor your health for at least ten (10) days.
• If you become ill with fever or have respiratory symptoms during this 10 days period, consult your physician or any health care provider.
• Inform your doctor about your symptoms and history of recent travel.