CLEAN: WHO declares flu pandemic

What significant change did the speaker announce regarding the influenza pandemic alert?

• The alert was lowered from phase 6 to phase 5.

• The alert was raised from phase 4 to phase 5.

• The alert was raised from phase 5 to phase 6.

• The alert remained at phase 5.

Which age group is most affected by severe cases in the 2009 influenza pandemic?

• Adults aged 30 to 50 years

• Elderly over 65 years

• Teenagers aged 13 to 19 years

• Children under 10 years

How does the pattern of the 2009 pandemic differ from seasonal influenza?

• It primarily affects adults aged 30 to 50.

• It has a higher fatality rate in teenagers.

• It affects more children than adults.

• It is less severe in all age groups.

What is a major concern as the virus spreads to areas with limited resources?

• Healthcare systems may be overwhelmed.

• The virus will become less severe.

• Vaccines will be unnecessary.

• The virus will stop spreading.

What is the status of vaccine production for the pandemic?

• Vaccine production has been halted.

• Seasonal vaccine production is complete, and pandemic vaccine production is ramping up.

• No vaccines are being produced.

• Pandemic vaccine production is complete.