The World Health Organization (WHO) has raised the level of the swine flu alert from Phase Four to Phase Five, the second highest.

The WHO states that while most countries will not be affected at this stage, going to Phase Five is a strong signal that "a pandemic is imminent and that the time to finalise the organisation, communication, and implementation of planned mitigation measures is short".

How many cases of swine flu have been confirmed in the UK?

What is in the swine flu leaflet?

What is the current state of alert? 

What can I do to protect myself and my family?

You can also prepare now and in the build-up to a possible pandemic by:

I have flu-like symptoms - what should I do?

Does the UK government have special drugs available?

Do I need a face mask?