lInfluenza will spread rapidly
lTwo waves likely… pandemic will extend over months
lNo effective vaccine available early
lAntiviral agents & other needed pharmaceuticals, supplies & equipment in short supply
lHealth care workers & first responders will be at greater risk of infection
lWidespread illness in the community … shortages of essential goods & services
lHealth care system stretched beyond capacity
quickly
lWidespread negative psychosocial impact on individuals, families and communities