e/OIE/FAO Network of Expertise on Animal Influenza

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has gloss	eng: OFFLU is the OIE/FAO Network of Expertise on Animal Influenza. "In April 2005, the OIE and FAO created and endorsed a joint network of expertise on Avian influenza for the benefit of Member Countries. The objectives of OFFLU are : # To exchange scientific data and biological materials (including virus strains) within the network, and to share such information with the wider scientific community. # To offer technical advice and veterinary expertise to Member Countries to assist in the diagnosis, surveillance and control of avian influenza. # To collaborate with the WHO influenza network on issues relating to the animal-human interface. # To highlight avian influenza research needs, promote their development and ensure co-ordination."
lexicalization	eng: OIE/FAO Network of Expertise on Animal Influenza
instance of	(noun) an epidemic that is geographically widespread; occurring throughout a region or even throughout the world pandemic