Cases of human swine flu have been confirmed across the world. Cases have presented with traditional flu like symptoms with some also including vomiting and diarrhoea.
The virus has shown human to human transmission and hundreds of cases have been confirmed in the UK. The health authorities are closely monitoring the situation. The reports are being treated very seriously by the World Health Organisation (WHO). The WHO pandemic alert level is at phase six.
Cambridgeshire County Council has been working closely with the health sector and other partners for a number of years to ensure that it is well prepared for a pandemic or other major outbreak. Contingency arrangements are in place and will be immediately activated should they be required.
If any council services are affected by swine flu, information will be made to the public.
General questions about swine flu are answered via the 'frequently asked questions' link on the left.
For the latest on the current situation, official medical advise and information other languages and formats please see 'External links' on the right.