HSC - Advisory Committee on Dangerous Pathogens (ACDP)

Meeting to discuss Avian Influenza and public safety aspects will take place on Friday 28th October 2005 at room 136B, Skipton House, Department of Health, 80 London Road, London SE1 6LH

The meeting will begin at 11:00am. Refreshments and lunch will be provided.

AGENDA

1. Risk assessment: Public health links of low pathogenic and high pathogenic avian influenza in poultry and birds.

2. Protection for those working with infected birds.

1. Industrial settings
2. Outdoor wildlife settings
3. For the public

3. Protection for those working with pigs that could potentially be infected.

4. Other issues.