GISRS is a unique worldwide WHO network able to rapidly identify and respond to influenza outbreaks including those with pandemic potential. Established in 1952, GISRS currently comprises 142 National Influenza Centers, 6 WHO Collaborating Centers, 4 WHO Essential Regulatory Laboratories and 13 WHO H5 Reference Laboratories.

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Global Influenza Surveillance and Response System
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