This issue of the ECDC Communicable Disease Threats Report (CDTR) covers the period 14-20 January 2024 and includes updates on avian influenza, SARS-CoV-2 variant classification, an overview of respiratory viruses in the EU/EEA, mpox, measles, and Infant formula for medical purposes recalled due to possible contamination with Cronobacter sakazakii.
Influenza is a disease of public health importance due to the substantial seasonal morbidity and mortality and the high pandemic potential of its aetiologic agents, influenza viruses.