Novel H1N1 Influenza (Swine Flu) Resource List
Last updated February 5, 2010
Note: For resources on pandemic influenza and preparing for a pandemic, please visit the CIDRAP Pandemic Influenza page and CIDRAP Business Source.
Updates on Current Outbreak
CDC. H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu) [Web page]
CDC. Information for Vaccine Planners. Web site launched Nov 20, 2009 [Web site]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 Flu: Situation Update. Weekly updates [Web page]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 Influenza Vaccine Supply Status. Web site updated daily [Web site]
WHO. Pandemic (H1N1) [Web page]
WHO. Safety of pandemic vaccines. Pandemic (H1N1) 2009 briefing note 16. Nov 19, 2009 [Full text]
WHO. Timeline of influenza A(H1N1) cases. Interactive map of disease spread [Web page]
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General Information
CDC. Caring for someone sick at home. (H1N1 flu and seasonal flu) Dec 5, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. CDC interim guidance for workers who are employed at commercial swine farms: preventing the spread of influenza A viruses, including the 2009 H1N1 virus. Nov 3, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. CDC recommendations for the amount of time persons with influenza-like illness should be away from others. Oct 23, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Frequently asked questions on use of influenza A(H1N1) 2009 monovalent vaccines: practical considerations for immunization programs and providers. Nov 10, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu) [Web page]
CDC. H1N1 (swine flu). Apr
25, 2009 [Podcast]
CDC. H1N1 (swine flu) and you (Q&A) [Full text]
CDC. Influenza diagnostic testing during the 2009-2010 flu season for the public (Q&A). Sep 29, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Influenza round table: warning signs. Released Nov 5, 2009 [Video]
CDC. People at high risk of developing flu-related complications. Nov 10, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Quick facts for the public on antiviral treatments for 2009 H1N1. Nov 23, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Symptoms of H1N1 (swine flu). Apr 27, 2009 [Podcast]
CDC. 2009
H1N1 flu my be more serious for some. Dec 5, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 information for parents who have children with high-risk medical conditions. Oct 25, 2009 [Podcast]
CDC. Understanding rRT-PCR swine influenza detection panel test results. Fact sheet for patients. Dec 18, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. What to do if you get sick: 2009 H1N1 and seasonal flu. Nov 10 2009 [Full text]
CDC. What you should know and do this flu season if you are 65 years and older. Jan 19, 2010 [Full text]
CDC Health Alert Network. 2009 H1N1 pandemic update: Pneumococcal vaccination recommended to help prevent secondary infections. Info Service Message. Nov 16, 2009 [Full
text]
ECDC (European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control). Swine influenza A(H1N1) pandemic [Web site]
HHS. H1N1 flu: a guide for community and faith-based organizations. Oct 2, 2009 [Full text]
USDA. Frequently asked questions about H1N1 [Full text]
WHO. Pandemic (H1N1) 2009 [Web page]
WHO. Pandemic (H1N1) 2009 : frequently asked questions [Full text]
WHO. Interim planning considerations for mass gatherings in the context of pandemic (H1N1) 2009 influenza. Nov 13, 2009 [Full
text]
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General Information on Vaccines
CDC. General questions and answers on Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS). Dec 15, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. General questions and answers on 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccine safety. Dec 15, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. General questions and answers on thimerosal. Dec 15, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Key facts about 2009 H1N1 flu vaccine. Dec 22, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Q& A on 2009 H1N1 vaccine financing. Nov 30, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Q & A regarding 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccine supply. Nov 2, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Safety of
influenza A (H1N1) 2009 monovalent vaccines—United States, October 1–November 24, 2009. MMWR 2009 Dec 4;58(Early release):1-6 [Full text]
CDC. Vaccine against 2009 H1N1 influenza virus (Q&A). Dec 22, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccine dose spacing and administration with seasonal influenza and other vaccines. Nov 20, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccine dose spacing for children 6 months through 9 years of age. Nov 23, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccine and people 65 years and older (Q&A). Dec 21, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009
H1N1 influenza vaccine inactivated (the "flu shot"). [Vaccine information statement] Oct 2, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccine live, attenuated (the nasal spray vaccine). [Vaccine information statement] Oct 2, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 Influenza Vaccine Supply Status. Web site updated daily [Web site]
CDC. Updated interim recommendations for the use of antiviral medications in the treatment and prevention of influenza for the 2009-2010 season. Dec 7, 2009 [Full text]
WHO. Safety of pandemic vaccines. Pandemic (H1N1) 2009 briefing note 16. Nov 19, 2009 [Full
text]
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For Travelers
CDC. Interim novel influenza A (H1N1) guidance for cruise ships. Aug 5, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. H1N1 leaving home or hotel room. Jun 10, 2009 [Public service announcement]
CDC. H1N1 travel plans. Jun 10, 2009 [Public service announcement]
CDC. Travel health precaution: travel health warning for novel H1N1 flu in Mexico removed. Jan 19, 2010 [Full text]
Health Protection Agency (UK). Advice to returned travelers from countries affected by swine influenza [Full text]
International Air Travel Association. Frequently asked questions: swine influenza and air travel. May 11, 2009 [Full
text]
US Department of State. Travel alert: China—H1N1 quarantine measures. Sep 25, 2009 [Full text]
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Guidance for Health Professionals
General Info ׀ Antivirals ׀ Asthma ׀ Cardiac Disease ׀ Data Collection ׀ Diagnostics & Screening ׀ Emergency Med ׀ HIV/AIDS ׀ Home Care ׀ Infection Control ׀ Legal Issues ׀ Pharmacists ׀ Nonpharmaceutical Interventions ׀ Pediatrics ׀ Postmortem Care ׀ Pregnancy & Breastfeeding ׀ Public Health ׀ Vaccines
General Information
AMA. 2009 H1N1 influenza information [Web page]
American Academy of Family Physicians. H1N1 Flu [Web page]
CDC. Clinical data collection forms and templates for collection of information on patients infected with novel influenza A (H1N1). May 12, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu): Preparedness Tools for Professionals [Web page—has special editions of FluAid, FluSurge, & FluWorkLoss]
CDC. H1N1 clinicians questions and answers.Dec 23, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. CDC health update: interim guidance—children and
pregnant women who may be infected with swine-origin influenza virus: considerations for clinicians. Apr 28, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Healthcare providers and facilities: decision tree for 2009 H1N1 vaccination. Oct 5, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Interim guidance for clinicians on identifying and caring for patients with swine-origin influenza A (H1N1) virus infection. May 4, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Interim guidance for clinicians on the prevention and treatment of swine-origin influenza virus infection in young children. Apr 28, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Interim guidance on infection control measures for 2009 H1N1 influenza in healthcare settings, including protection of healthcare personnel. Oct 14, 2009[Full
text]
CDC. Investigation and interim recommendations: swine influenza (H1N1). Apr 25, 2009, Health Advisory [Full text]
CDC. Managing calls and call centers during a large-scale influenza outbreak: implementation tool. July 30, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Prevention of pneumococcal infections secondary to seasonal and 2009 H1N1 influenza. Oct 23, 2009 [Full text]
CDC Health Alert Network. 2009 H1N1 pandemic update: Pneumococcal vaccination recommended to help prevent secondary infections. Info Service Message. Nov 16, 2009 [Full text]
Department of Health (UK). Swine flu clinical package. Jun 16, 2009 [Full
text]
FDA. Dear health care professionals: 2009 H1N1 flu virus. May 7, 2009 [Full text]
New England Journal of Medicine. H1N1 Influenza Center [Web page]
GAO (US Government Accountability Office). Influenza pandemic: gaps in pandemic planning and preparedness need to be addressed. GAO 09-909T. July 29, 2009 [Full text]
WHO. Clinical management of human infection with pandemic (H1N1) 2009: revised guidance. Nov 11, 2009 [Full text]
WHO. Human infection with pandemic (H1N1) 2009 virus: updated interim WHO guidance on global surveillance. July 10, 2009 [Full text]
WHO.
Patient care checklist: new influenza A (H1N1). May 15, 2009 [Full text]
Antiviral Treatment
CDC. Antiviral safety information. Updated Dec 24, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Updated interim recommendations for the use of antiviral medications in the treatment and prevention of influenza for the 2009-2010 season. Dec 7, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Questions & answers: antiviral drugs, 2009-2010 flu season. Nov 17, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Quick facts for the public on antiviral treatments for 2009 H1N1. Nov 23, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Recommendations for early empiric antiviral treatment in persons with suspected influenza who are at increased risk of developing severe disease. CDC Health Alert Network (HAN) info service message. Oct 19, 2009 [Full text]
CDC.
Recommendations for use of antiviral medications for the management of influenza in children and adolescent for the 2009-2010 season: pediatric supplement for health care providers. Dec 24, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009-2010 influenza season: information for pharmacists. Sep 23, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Updated interim recommendations for obstetric health care providers related to use of antiviral medications in the treatment and prevention of influenza for the 2009-2010 season. Dec 29, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Updated interim recommendations for the use of antiviral medications in the treatment and prevention of influenza for the 2009-2010 season. Dec 7, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Use of
antiviral medicines for the treatment and prevention of flu among pregnant women for the 2009-2010 season (Q&A). Oct 23, 2009 [Full text]
FDA. FDA authorizes emergency use of influenza medicines, diagnostic test in response to swine flu outbreak in humans. Apr 27, 2009 [News release]
Uyeki T. Antiviral treatment for patients hospitalized with 2009 pandemic influenza A (H1N1). N Engl J Med 2009 (published online Nov 18) [Full text]
WHO. Pandemic influenza in pregnant women: pandemic (H1N1) 2009 briefing note 5. Jul 31, 2009 [Full text]
WHO. Recommended use of antivirals: pandemic (H1N1) 2009 briefing note 8. Aug 21, 2009 [Full
text]
WHO. Antiviral drugs and pandemic (H1N1) 2009. May 5, 2009 [Full text]
Asthma
CDC. Patients with asthma: considerations for clinicians regarding 2009 H1N1 influenza virus. Oct 2, 2009 [Full text]
Cardiac Disease
CDC. H1N1 interim guidance for adults with cardiovascular disease May 2, 2009 [Full text]
Data Collection
CDC. Clinical data collection forms and templates for collection of information on patients infected with novel influenza A (H1N1). May 12, 2009 [Full text]
Diagnostics & Screening
CDC. Guidelines for the submission of tissue specimens for the pathologic evaluation of influenza virus infections. May 23, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Influenza round table: warning signs. Released Nov 5, 2009 [Video]
CDC. Interim guidance for influenza surveillance: prioritizing RT-PCR testing in laboratories. Oct 9, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Interim guidance on specimen collection and processing for patients with suspected swine influenza A (H1N1) virus infection. May 13, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Interim recommendations for clinical use of influenza diagnostic tests during the 2009-10 influenza season. Sep 29, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Interpreting
rRT-PCR swine influenza detection panel test results. Fact sheet for healthcare providers. Dec 18, 2009 [PDF]
CDC. Interim guidance for the detection of novel influenza A virus using rapid influenza diagnostic tests. Aug 10, 2009 [Full text]
FDA. FDA authorizes emergency use of influenza medicines, diagnostic test in response to swine flu outbreak in humans. Apr 27, 2009 [News release]
Uyeki T. Diagnostic testing for 2009 pandemic influenza A (H1N1) virus infection in hospitalized patients. N Engl J Med 2009 (published online Dec 2) [Full text]
WHO. Viral gene sequences to assist update diagnostics for swine influenza A(H1N1. Apr 25, 2009 [Full
text]
Emergency Medicine
ACEP (American College of Emergency Physicians). FAQ's for emergency departments in epidemic or pandemic influenza outbreaks. May 6, 2009 [Full text]
ACEP. H1N1 (swine flu) resources and updates [Web page]
ACEP. National strategic plan for emergency department management of outbreaks of novel H1N1 influenza [Full text]
HIV/AIDS
CDC. Updated interim recommendations—HIV-infected adults and adolescents: considerations for clinicians regarding 2009 H1N1 influenza Oct 21, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Updated interim recommendations: special considerations for clinicians regarding 2009 H1N1 influenza in severely immunosuppressed patients. Dec 16, 2009 [Full text]
Home Care
CDC. Home care guidance: physician directions to patient/parent. Sep 24, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 flu information for people with disabilities and their caregivers or personal assistants. Dec 1, 2009 [Full text]
Infection Control
CDC. Questions & answers regarding respiratory protection for infection control measures for 2009 H1N1 influenza among healthcare personnel. Oct 14, 2009 [Full text]
Legal Issues
CDC. Legal issues related to novel influenza A (H1N1). Jun 9, 2009 [PowerPoint]
Pharmacists
CDC. 2009 H1N1 influenza: resources for pharmacists. Updated frequently [Web page]
CDC. 2009-2010 influenza season: information for pharmacists. Sep 23, 2009 [Full text]
Nonpharmaceutical Interventions
CDC. Interim CDC guidance for nonpharmaceutical community mitigation in response to human infections with swine influenza (H1N1) virus. Apr 27, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Interim recommendations for facemask and respirator use to reduce novel influenza A (H1N1) virus transmission. Sept 24, 2009 [Full text]
Pediatrics
CDC. Planning guide for vaccinating pediatric patients against 2009 H1N1 influenza in primary healthcare settings. Nov 3, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Recommendations for use of antiviral medications for the management of influenza in children and adolescent for the 2009-2010 season: pediatric supplement for health care providers. Dec 24, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccine dose spacing for children 6 months through 9 years of age. Nov 23, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 information for parents who have children with high-risk medical conditions. Oct 25, 2009 [Podcast]
CDC. 2009-2010 influenza season triage algorithm for children (<18 years) with
influenza-like illness. Oct 16, 2009 [Full text]
Postmortem Care
CDC. Post-mortem care and safe autopsy procedures for novel H1N1 influenza. May 28, 2009 [Full text]
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
CDC. CDC health update: interim guidance—children and pregnant women who may be infected with swine-origin influenza virus: considerations for clinicians. Apr 28, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Considerations regarding novel H1N1 flu virus in obstetric settings. Nov 10, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu): Resources for Obstetric Health Care Providers. Updated Dec 14 [Web page]
CDC. H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu): Resources for Pregnant Women. Updated Dec 14 [Web page]
CDC. Information for pregnant women working in education, child care, and health care settings concerning 2009 H1N1 influenza virus. Nov 9, 2009 (posted Nov 12) [Full text]
CDC. Interim
guidance: considerations regarding 2009 H1N1 influenza in intrapartum and postpartum hospital settings. Nov 10, 2009 (posted Nov 12) [Full text]
CDC. Interim guidance—pregnant women and H1N1 (swine influenza): considerations for clinicians. May 1, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Novel H1N1 flu (swine flu) and feeding your baby: what parents should know. Oct 23, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 influenza shot and pregnant women. (Q&A) Dec 22, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccine and pregnant women: information for healthcare providers. Jan 14, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. Updated interim recommendations for obstetric health care
providers related to use of antiviral medications in the treatment and prevention of influenza for the 2009-2010 season. Dec 29, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Use of antiviral medicines for the treatment and prevention of flu among pregnant women for the 2009-2010 season (Q&A). Oct 23, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. What should pregnant women know about 2009 H1N1 flu (swine flu)? Oct 19, 2009 [Full text]
Department of Health (UK). Swine flu and pregnancy: how to protect yourself and your baby. Nov 11, 2009 [Full text]
Jamieson DJ, Honein MA, Rasmussen SA, et al. H1N1 2009 influenza virus infection during pregnancy in the USA. Lancet 2009 (published
online Jul 29) [Abstract]
WHO. Pandemic influenza in pregnant women: pandemic (H1N1) 2009 briefing note 5. Jul 31, 2009 [Full text]
Public Health (State & Local)
CDC. CDC guidance for emergency shelters for the 2009-2010 flu season. Nov 24, 2009 [Full text] [Q & A]
CDC. 2009 influenza (H1N1) monovalent vaccine: Vaccine Provider Agreement Q&A. Oct 27, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. CDC 2009 H1N1 vaccination campaign planning checklist. Aug 31, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Frequently asked questions on use of influenza A(H1N1) 2009 monovalent vaccines: practical considerations for immunization programs and providers. Nov 10, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. General procedures for properly putting on and taking off a disposable respirator [Full
text]
CDC. H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu): Preparedness Tools for Professionals [Web page—has special editions of FluAid, FluSurge, & FluWorkLoss]
CDC. H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu): State Health Department Websites [links to all 50 states and the District of Columbia]. Nov 4, 2009 [Web page]
CDC. Information for Vaccine Planners. Web site launched Nov 20, 2009 [Web site]
CDC. Interim guidance for state and local health departments for reporting influenza-associated hospitalizations and deaths for the 2009-2010 season. Sep 8, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Monitoring influenza activity, including 2009 H1N1. (Q&A). Sep 11, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. School-located
vaccination planning materials and templates. Sep 13, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Technical report for state and local public health officials and child care and early childhood providers on CDC guidance on helping child care and early childhood programs respond to influenza during the 2009-2010 influenza season. Oct 21, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 and seasonal flu and African American communities: questions and answers. Dec 10, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Vaccine distribution Q&A. Nov 3, 2009 [Full text]
Vaccines
CDC. Antiviral drugs for the 2009-2010 influenza season. Oct 19, 2009 [Podcast]
CDC. CDC 2009 H1N1 vaccination campaign planning checklist. Aug 31, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Questions & Answers: antiviral drugs, 2009-2010 flu season. Nov 17, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Frequently asked questions on use of influenza A(H1N1) 2009 monovalent vaccines: practical considerations for immunization programs and providers. Nov 10, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. General questions and answers on 2009 H1N1 influenza A vaccine safety. Dec 15, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. General questions and answers on
Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS). Dec 15, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. General questions and answers on thimerosal. Dec 15, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. H1N1 clinicians questions and answers [on vaccine]. Jan 22, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. H1N1 flu allocation and distribution Q & A. Nov 3, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Influenza A (H1N1) 2009 monovalent vaccine dosage chart. Oct 26, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Information for Vaccine Planners. Web site launched Nov 20, 2009 [Web site]
CDC. Interim guidance for use of 23-valent
pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine during novel influenza A (H1N1) outbreak. Oct 26, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Letter to providers promoting PPSV [pnemococcal polysaccharide vaccine] for adults. Nov 10, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 Monovalent influenza vaccine dosage, administration, and storage. Dec 28, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 vaccination recommendations. Jul 30, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Peramivir IV questions and answers for health care providers. Oct 29, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Planning guide for vaccinating pediatric patients against 2009 H1N1 influenza in primary healthcare settings. Nov 3, 2009 [Full
text]
CDC. Q& A on 2009 H1N1 vaccine financing. Nov 30, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Q & A regarding 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccine supply. Nov 2, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Safety of influenza A (H1N1) 2009 monovalent vaccines—United States, October 1–November 24, 2009. MMWR 2009 Dec 4;58(Early release):1-6 [Full text]
CDC. School-located vaccination planning materials and templates. Sep 13, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. State/jurisdiction contact information for providers interested in providing H1N1 vaccine. Oct 14, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccine dose spacing and
administration with seasonal influenza and other vaccines. Nov 20, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccine dose spacing for children 6 months through 9 years of age. Nov 23, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccine inactivated (the "flu shot"). [Vaccine information statement] Oct 2, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccine live, attenuated (the nasal spray vaccine). [Vaccine information statement] Oct 2, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 Influenza Vaccine Supply Status. Web site updated daily [Web site]
CDC. 2009 influenza (H1N1) monovalent
vaccine: Vaccine Provider Agreement Q&A. Oct 27, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Updated interim recommendations for the use of antiviral medications in the treatment and prevention of influenza for the 2009-2010 season. Dec 7, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Vaccine distribution Q&A. Aug 31, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Vaccine Information for Clinicians and Health Care Professionals. Web site launched Nov 20, 2009 [Web site]
FDA. Letter from the Commissioner to nation's healthcare professionals on H1N1 vaccine. Nov 10, 2009 [Full text]
HHS. 2009-H1N1 influenza vaccine development
next steps: questions and answers. Posted May 28, 2009 [Full text]
WHO. Pandemic influenza vaccine manufacturing process and timeline: pandemic (H1N1) 2009 briefing note 7. Aug 6, 2009 [Full text]
WHO. Safety of pandemic vaccines: pandemic (H1N1) 2009 briefing note 6. Aug 6, 2009 [Full text]
WHO. Vaccines for pandemic (H1N1) 2009. May 2, 2009 [Full text]
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Resources for Lab Workers
CDC. Evaluation of rapid influenza diagnostic tests for detection of novel influenza A (H1N1) virus—United States, 2009. MMWR 2009 Aug 7;58(30):826-9 [Full text]
CDC. H1N1 influenza virus biosafety guidelines for laboratory workers. Updated Aug 15, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Interpreting rRT-PCR swine influenza detection panel test results. Fact sheet for healthcare providers. Dec 18, 2009 [Full text]
FDA. FDA authorizes emergency use of influenza medicines, diagnostic test in response to swine flu outbreak in humans. Apr 27, 2009 [News release]
FDA. Detection of novel influenza A (H1N1) virus by laboratory testing. May 6, 2009 [Full
text]
WHO. Guidance to influenza laboratories: diagnosing swine influenza A/H1N1 infections of current concern. Apr 25, 2009 [Full text]
WHO. Safety of pandemic vaccines. Pandemic (H1N1) 2009 briefing note 16. Nov 19, 2009 [Full text]
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First Responders
CDC. General procedures for properly putting on and taking off a disposable respirator [Full text]
CDC. Interim guidance for emergency medical services (EMS) systems and 9-1-1 public safety answering points (PSAPs) for management of patients with confirmed or suspected swine-origin influenza A (H1N1) infection. Aug 5, 2009 [Full text]
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Law Enforcement and Prisons
CDC. Interim guidance for correctional and detention facilities on novel influenza A (H1N1) virus. May 24, 2009 [Full text]
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Business Resources
General
CDC. H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu): Preparedness Tools for Professionals [Web page—has special editions of FluAid, FluSurge, & FluWorkLoss]
CDC. H1N1 flu resources for businesses and employers. [Web page]
CDC. Novel H1N1 flu: creating a safe and healthy workplace. May 14, 2009 [Podcast]
CDC. Quick facts for the public on antiviral treatments for 2009 H1N1. Nov 23, 2009 [Full text]
CDC/DHS. Guidance for businesses and employers to plan and respond to the 2009-2010 influenza season. Jan 27, 2010 [Full text]
CIDRAP, SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management). Doing business during an influenza pandemic: human resource policies, protocols, templates, tools,
& tips. Nov 2009 [Full text]
DHS. Planning for 2009 H1N1 influenza: a preparedness guide for small business. Sep 14, 2009 [Full text]
OSHA. OSHA statement re: H1N1-related inspections. Oct 14, 2009 [News release]
SHRM. Dealing with H1N1 flu in the workplace: what managers need to know. Sep 28, 2009 [Full text]
Agriculture
CDC. CDC interim guidance for people who have close contact with pigs in non-commercial settings: preventing the spread of influenza A viruses, including the novel influenza A (H1N1) virus. Aug 5, 2009 [Full text]
CRS (Congressional Research Service). Potential farm sector effects of 2009 H1N1 'swine flu': questions and answers. Posted Jun 17, 2009 (but dated May 20) [Full text]
FAO. A summary of FAO responses to pandemic H1N1 in 2009. Aug 11, 2009 [Full text]
Food
FDA. Questions and answers on the 2009 H1N1 flu virus and the food industry. Updated Jun 18, 2009 [Full text]
Legal
CDC. 2009 H1N1 flu legal preparedness. [Web site]
CDC. Legal issues related to novel influenza A (H1N1). Jun 9, 2009. Audio, slides, and transcript available [Conference call archives—scroll to Jun 9, 2009]
CRS (Congressional Research Service). The 2009 influenza A(H1N1) outbreak: selected legal issues. Posted Jun 16, 2009 (but dated May 6) [Full text]
OSHA. OSHA statement re: H1N1-related inspections. Oct 14, 2009 [News release]
Occupational Health
NIOSH. Occupational health issues associated with H1N1 influenza virus (swine flu). [Web page]
Travel
CDC. Interim guidance for management of influenza-like illness aboard commercial aircraft during the 2009-10 influenza season. Nov 30, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Interim novel influenza A (H1N1) guidance for cruise ships. Updated Aug 5, 2009 [Full text]
WHO. Case management of influenza A(H1N1) in air transport. May 13, 2009 [Full text]
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Schools, Colleges, and Universities
CDC. CDC guidance for state and local public health officials and school administrators for school (K-12) responses to influenza during the 2009-2010 school year. Dec 30, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Information for pregnant women working in education, child care, and health care settings concerning 2009 H1N1 influenza virus. Nov 9, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. CDC guidance for responses to influenza for institutions of higher education during the 2009-2010 academic year. Oct 21, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Preparing for the flu: a communication toolkit for institutions of higher education. Sep 25, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Preparing for the flu: a communication toolkit for schools (grades K-12). Dec 31, 2009 [Full
text]
CDC. School dismissal monitoring system. Dec 31, 2009 [Full text—links to downloadable forms]
CDC. Swine-origin influenza A (H1N1) virus infections in a school—New York City, April 2009. MMWR 2009 Apr 30;58(Dispatch):1-3 [Full text]
CDC. Technical report for state and local public health officials and school administrators on CDC guidance for school (K-12) responses to influenza during the 2009-2010 school year. Dec 30, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Technical report on CDC guidance for responses to influenza for institutions of higher education during the 209-2010 academic year. Oct 21, 2009 [Full text]
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MIT
Medical. My roommate has the flu: what do I do now? Sep 17, 2009 [Full text]
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Federal Workforce
CDC. Patients with asthma: considerations for clinicians regarding 2009 H1N1 influenza virus. Oct 2, 2009 [Full text]
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Community Mitigation Strategies
CDC. CDC guidance for emergency shelters for the 2009-2010 flu season. Nov 24, 2009 [Full text] [Q & A]
CDC. CDC recommendations for the amount of time persons with influenza-like illness should be away from others. Oct 23, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Interim CDC guidance for nonpharmaceutical community mitigation in response to human infections with swine influenza (H1N1) virus. Apr 27, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Interim CDC guidance for public gatherings in response to human infections with novel influenza A (H1N1). Sep 23, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Interim recommendations for facemask and respirator use to reduce novel influenza A
(H1N1) virus transmission. Sep 24, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 and seasonal flu and African American communities: questions and answers. Dec 10, 2009 [Full text]
WHO. Advice on the use of masks in the community setting in Influenza A(H1N1) outbreaks. May 3, 2009 [Link to full text]
WHO. Interim planning considerations for mass gatherings in the context of pandemic (H1N1) 2009 influenza. Nov 13, 2009 [Full text]
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Face Masks and Respirators
CDC. Emergency use authorization of N95 respirators. List includes instructions for putting on a respirator [Web page]
CDC. General instructions for disposable respirators [worn like masks]. Apr 29, 2009 [Podcast]
CDC. General procedures for properly putting on and taking off a disposable respirator [Full text]
CDC. Interim recommendations for facemask and respirator use to reduce novel influenza A (H1N1) virus transmission. May 27, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Summary fact sheet for disposable respirators for use during the swine flu emergency. Oct 20, 2009 [Full text]
WHO. Advice on the use of masks in the community setting in
Influenza A(H1N1) outbreaks. May 3, 2009 [Link to full text]
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Day Camps, Residential Camps, Overnight Camps
CDC. Interim CDC guidance on day and residential camps in response to human infections with the novel influenza A (H1N1) virus. Jun 14, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Novel H1N1 flu and camp. Jun 30, 2009 [Podcast]
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Mass Media Resources
CDC. Novel H1N1 flu (swine flu) public service announcements (PSAs). [English version] [Spanish version]
CDC. PSA for kids—hygiene [Public service announcement]
WHO. Interim planning considerations for mass gatherings in the context of pandemic (H1N1) 2009 influenza. Nov 13, 2009 [Full text]
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Parents and Caregivers
CDC. Action steps for parents if school is dismissed or children are sick and must stay home. Jan 4, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. Action steps for parents of children at high risk for flu complications. Jan 4, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. Action steps for parents to protect your child and family from the flu this school year. Oct 21, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Advice for parents on talking to children about novel H1N1 flu (formerly swine flu) concerns. Jan 4, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. Caring for someone sick at home. (H1N1 flu and seasonal flu) Dec 5, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. CDC guidance on helping child care and early childhood
programs respond to influenza during the 2009-2010 influenza season. Nov 3, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Information for pregnant women working in education, child care, and health care settings concerning 2009 H1N1 Influenza Virus Nov 9, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. H1N1 (swine flu): information for child care providers. May 8, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. H1N1 vaccine questions? ...ask Dr. Anne. Aug 20, 2009 [Podcast]
CDC. Home care guidance: physician directions to patient/parent. Sep 24, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Interim CDC guidance on day and residential camps in response to human infections with the novel influenza A (H1N1) virus. Jun 14, 2009
[Full text]
CDC. Interim recommendations for facemask and respirator use to reduce 2009 influenza A (H1N1) virus transmission. Sep 24, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Novel H1N1 flu and camp. Jun 30, 2009 [Podcast]
CDC. Novel H1N1 flu (swine flu) and feeding your baby: what parents should know. Oct 23, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Preparing for the flu: a communication toolkit for child care and early childhood programs. Sep 4, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. PSA for kids—hygiene [Public service announcement]
CDC. Technical report for state and local public health officials and child care and early childhood providers on
CDC guidance on helping child care and early childhood programs respond to influenza during the 2009-2010 influenza season. Oct 21, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Things you can do to stay away from the flu. May 7, 2009 [Podcast for kids]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 information for parents who have children with high-risk medical conditions. Oct 25, 2009 [Podcast]
Public Health Agency of Canada. How to look after someone at home with H1N1 flu virus (human swine flu). May 3, 2009 [Full text]
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Children and Adolescents
CDC. Planning guide for vaccinating pediatric patients against 2009 H1N1 influenza in primary healthcare settings. Nov 3, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. PSA for kids—hygiene [Public service announcement]
CDC. Recommendations for use of antiviral medications for the management of influenza in children and adolescent for the 2009-2010 season: pediatric supplement for health care providers. Dec 24, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Things you can do to stay away from the flu. May 7, 2009 [Podcast for kids]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 information for parents who have children with high-risk medical conditions. Oct 25, 2009 [Podcast]
CDC.
2009-2010 influenza season triage algorithm for children (<18 years) with influenza-like illness. Oct 16, 2009 [Full text]
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Mental Health
American Psychological Association. Managing your anxiety about H1N1 flu (swine flu). [Full text]
American Red Cross. Preparing for a swine flu (H1N1) pandemic: coping and emotional well-being. May 4, 2009 [Full text]
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Specific Conditions
Arthritis ׀ Asthma & Allergies ׀ Disabilities ׀ Elderly ׀ Hearing Impaired ׀ Immunosuppression ׀ Pulmonary/Tuberculosis ׀ Pregnancy
Arthritis
CDC. 2009 H1N1 flu and seasonal flu information for people with inflammatory arthritis or rheumatic disease. Jan 21, 2010 [Full text]
Asthma & Allergies
CDC. Flu information for patients and parents of patients with asthma. Nov 19, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Patients with asthma: considerations for clinicians regarding 2009 H1N1 influenza virus. Oct 2, 2009 [Full text]
Disabilities
CDC. 2009 H1N1 flu information for people with disabilities and their caregivers or personal assistants. Dec 1, 2009 [Full text]
HHS. Disabilities and the Flu. Web site launched Nov 12, 2009 [Web site]
Elderly
CDC. 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccine and people 65 years and older (Q&A). Dec 21, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. What you should know and do this flu season if you are 65 years and older. Jan 19, 2010 [Full text]
Hearing Impaired
CDC. H1N1 flu (swine flu): resources for the deaf and hard of hearing. [Web page]
Immunosuppression
CDC. Updated interim recommendations —HIV-infected adults and adolescents: considerations for clinicians regarding 2009 H1N1 influenza. Oct 21, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Novel H1N1 flu and HIV-infected adults and adolescents. Sep 4, 2009 [Podcast]
CDC. Updated interim recommendations: special considerations for clinicians regarding 2009 H1N1 influenza in severely immunosuppressed patients. Dec 16, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. What adults with HIV infection should know about the novel H1N1 flu (formerly called swine flu). Jan 22, 2010 [Full text]
Pulmonary/Tuberculosis
WHO. WHO information on tuberculosis and pandemic influenza A (H1N1). Nov 12, 2009 [Full text]
Pregnancy
CDC. Information for pregnant women working in education, child care, and health care settings concerning 2009 H1N1 influenza virus. Nov 9, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. H1N1 Flu (Swine Flu): Resources for Pregnant Women. Updated Dec 14 [Web page]
CDC. Novel H1N1 flu (swine flu) and feeding your baby: what parents should know. Oct 23, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 influenza shots and pregnant women: questions and answers for patients. Dec 22, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. What should pregnant women know about 2009 H1N1 flu (swine flu)? Oct 19, 2009 [Full text]
Department of Health (UK). Swine flu and pregnancy: how to protect yourself and your
baby. Nov 11, 2009 [Full text]
Jamieson DJ, Honein MA, Rasmussen SA, et al. H1N1 2009 influenza virus infection during pregnancy in the USA. Lancet 2009 (published online Jul 29) [Abstract]
WHO. Pandemic influenza in pregnant women: pandemic (H1N1) 2009 briefing note 5. Jul 31, 2009 [Full text]
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At-Risk Populations
CDC. CDC guidance for emergency shelters for the 2009-2010 flu season. Nov 24, 2009 [Full text] [Q & A]
CDC. Interim guidance for homeless and emergency shelters on the novel influenza A (H1N1) virus. Dec 21, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 flu information for people with disabilities and their caregivers or personal assistants. Dec 1, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. What you should know and do this flu season if you are 65 years and older. Jan 19, 2010[Full text]
HHS. Disabilities and the Flu. Web site launched Nov 12, 2009 [Web site]
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Recent Pandemic Preparedness Updates
CIDRAP. Personal pandemic preparedness resource list. Sep 10, 2009[Web page]
WHO. Pandemic influenza preparedness and response: a WHO guidance document. Released Apr 26, 2009 [Full text]
WHO. WHO pandemic phase descriptions and main actions by phase. Apr 26, 2009. Describes new phase criteria [Full text]
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