Community transmission of influenza A pandemic (H1N1) 2009 was followed by high rates of hospital admissions in the Wellington region of New Zealand, particularly among Maori and Pacific Islanders. These findings may help health authorities anticipate the effects of pandemic (H1N1) 2009 in other communities.

A high rate of discontinuation of dabigatran, mainly due to GI symptoms, was observed. There does not appear to be any specific predictor of dabigatran tolerance. When prescribed according to guidelines, rates of serious adverse events associated with dabigatran appear to be low.

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