Brazil's Avian Flu Threat: Mandetta Warns of Potential Epidemic

Brazil Faces Avian Flu Concerns: Former Health Minister Mandetta Weighs In Brazil is facing growing concerns about a potential avian flu epidemic, with declining vaccination rates adding to the challenges. Former Health Minister Luiz Henrique Mandetta, in a recent interview on Jovem Pan's Visão Crítica program, addressed these issues. He highlighted the lack of human-to-human transmission reports, stating, “There are no reports yet of it passing from person to person, but everyone is worried about that.” Mandetta also discussed the broader challenges facing Brazil's public health system, emphasizing the need for improved information dissemination to prevent public alarm and ensure informed decision-making. His comments underscore the importance of proactive measures to mitigate the potential risks associated with avian flu and other public health threats. The government's response and public awareness campaigns will play a crucial role in addressing these challenges.