Assignment

Part 1: Avian Influenza Project Instructions

This is a 4-part project. Review the Background Information document, which contains descriptions of the origins of a novel avian influenza threat that began in the winter of 2013, and the fictional scenario based in Zambia suggesting a potential for development of a more serious epidemic situation.

Part 2: Vaccine Development Progress Report

You will write a 5-page research-based paper in current AMA format that focuses on the progress in the development of avian influenza A (H7N9) vaccine. The paper must include at least 5 references. All references must be peer-reviewed, scientific papers published since August 2013; however, peer-reviewed, scientific papers on related influenza vaccines from an earlier date may be used if a definitive correlation to the scenario presentation can be drawn. The purpose of this portion of the project will be to analyze the vaccine situation and determine a likely timeline for development and distribution of a vaccine should a crisis situation arise.