Science into policy: preparing for pandemic influenza
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Authoratative government pandemic preparedness requires an evidence-based approach. The scientific advisory process that has informed the current UK pandemic preparedness plans is described. The final endorsed scientific papers are now publicly available.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Journal of Public Health (Oxford, England)
دوره 30 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2008