Template LTC Pandemic Plan MHCA updated 082406
... commander has the responsibility for official communications with public health authorities during a pandemic and for communications with staff, residents, and their families regarding the status and impact of pandemic influenza in the facility. This role has been assigned to the facility administra ...
... commander has the responsibility for official communications with public health authorities during a pandemic and for communications with staff, residents, and their families regarding the status and impact of pandemic influenza in the facility. This role has been assigned to the facility administra ...
Investigation Journal of Veterinary Diagnostic
... assay (cELISA) was developed using BEI-inactivated SVV antigen and a mAb for serodiagnosis. The cELISA results were compared to the indirect isotype (immunoglobulin [Ig]M and IgG) ELISA and the virus neutralization test. All SVV experimentally inoculated pigs exhibited a positive SVV-specific antibo ...
... assay (cELISA) was developed using BEI-inactivated SVV antigen and a mAb for serodiagnosis. The cELISA results were compared to the indirect isotype (immunoglobulin [Ig]M and IgG) ELISA and the virus neutralization test. All SVV experimentally inoculated pigs exhibited a positive SVV-specific antibo ...
Facts About Zika Virus
... infected mosquito. The primary mosquito that transmits Zika virus is Aedes aegypti, the yellow fever mosquito. This mosquito is found in the tropics and southern United States. It is not established in Ohio. Aedes albopictus, the Asian tiger mosquito which is established in parts of Ohio, may potent ...
... infected mosquito. The primary mosquito that transmits Zika virus is Aedes aegypti, the yellow fever mosquito. This mosquito is found in the tropics and southern United States. It is not established in Ohio. Aedes albopictus, the Asian tiger mosquito which is established in parts of Ohio, may potent ...
- IJASR International Journal of Academic Scientific
... several Aedes species such as Ae. hensilli, and Ae. Aegypti Ae. africanus, Ae. Luteocephalus. [1-4]. Zika virus is now considered as emerging pathogen. It is correlated to other vector borne disease such as West-Nile, dengue and Japanese encephalitis viruses. ZIKAV was discovered for the first time ...
... several Aedes species such as Ae. hensilli, and Ae. Aegypti Ae. africanus, Ae. Luteocephalus. [1-4]. Zika virus is now considered as emerging pathogen. It is correlated to other vector borne disease such as West-Nile, dengue and Japanese encephalitis viruses. ZIKAV was discovered for the first time ...
4 Administration of seasonal influenza vaccine
... Because of the high mortality associated with H5N1 infection of humans, clinical evidence of protection is difficult to establish; use of challenge models is ethically unacceptable.11 An HI titre of 40 has been shown to correlate with 50% protection against experimental influenza infection in histo ...
... Because of the high mortality associated with H5N1 infection of humans, clinical evidence of protection is difficult to establish; use of challenge models is ethically unacceptable.11 An HI titre of 40 has been shown to correlate with 50% protection against experimental influenza infection in histo ...
Evolution of New Variant Strains of Infectious Bronchitis Virus
... Recently, more than 20 serotypes within IBV have been identified worldwide. The complex epidemiology characterize of IB raised the control difficulty (de Wit et al., 2011; Ji et al., 2011; Acevedo et al., 2012; Kamble et al., 2014). Vaccination against IBV in Egypt is carried out with live and inact ...
... Recently, more than 20 serotypes within IBV have been identified worldwide. The complex epidemiology characterize of IB raised the control difficulty (de Wit et al., 2011; Ji et al., 2011; Acevedo et al., 2012; Kamble et al., 2014). Vaccination against IBV in Egypt is carried out with live and inact ...
The Role of Infectious Aerosols in Disease Transmission in Pigs
... only infectious aerosols will be discussed. Therefore, the term ‘aerosol’ will in this context imply that the aerosol is infectious. The direct and indirect influence of other aerial contaminants, e.g. gases and dusts, on pig health have been discussed elsewhere (Groth, 1984; Gerber et al., 1991; Ha ...
... only infectious aerosols will be discussed. Therefore, the term ‘aerosol’ will in this context imply that the aerosol is infectious. The direct and indirect influence of other aerial contaminants, e.g. gases and dusts, on pig health have been discussed elsewhere (Groth, 1984; Gerber et al., 1991; Ha ...
Equine influenza: A review of an unpredictable virus
... using mono-specific ferret antisera in haemagglutination inhibition (HI) assays. The HI assay is based on the ability of influenza viruses to agglutinate red blood cells and the ability of animal antisera raised against the same or related strains to block this agglutination (Hirst, 1942). The HI assa ...
... using mono-specific ferret antisera in haemagglutination inhibition (HI) assays. The HI assay is based on the ability of influenza viruses to agglutinate red blood cells and the ability of animal antisera raised against the same or related strains to block this agglutination (Hirst, 1942). The HI assa ...
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... Avian flu in wild and domestic birds can exist in two different forms – one that has low capacity for causing disease ( low pathogenic avian influenza or LPAI) and that causes disease very easily ( highly pathogenic avian influenza or HPAI). Low pathogenic (LPAI) viruses mainly cause respiratory il ...
... Avian flu in wild and domestic birds can exist in two different forms – one that has low capacity for causing disease ( low pathogenic avian influenza or LPAI) and that causes disease very easily ( highly pathogenic avian influenza or HPAI). Low pathogenic (LPAI) viruses mainly cause respiratory il ...
Document
... October 2016, 23 countries or territories have reported microcephaly and other central nervous system (CNS) malformations in newborns potentially associated with Zika virus infection. ÎUpdate of the week In the USA, 11 new locally-acquired cases have been reported in Florida since the last CDTR, bri ...
... October 2016, 23 countries or territories have reported microcephaly and other central nervous system (CNS) malformations in newborns potentially associated with Zika virus infection. ÎUpdate of the week In the USA, 11 new locally-acquired cases have been reported in Florida since the last CDTR, bri ...
guinea pig
... because they are small doesn’t mean there isn’t a lot to consider before adding them to your family. Responsible pet ownership always involves a certain amount of planning, commitment, time and expense. So in all fairness to you and your pet, always do your homework first and learn as much as possib ...
... because they are small doesn’t mean there isn’t a lot to consider before adding them to your family. Responsible pet ownership always involves a certain amount of planning, commitment, time and expense. So in all fairness to you and your pet, always do your homework first and learn as much as possib ...
Non-Vector Transmission of Dengue and Other Mosquito
... who is critically ill and who has haemorrhage is more likely to be a source of blood exposures in the hospital setting or at home. An important variable in the level of risk is the time of viraemia relative to the presence of severe illness and haemorrhage. The viability of viruses in the environmen ...
... who is critically ill and who has haemorrhage is more likely to be a source of blood exposures in the hospital setting or at home. An important variable in the level of risk is the time of viraemia relative to the presence of severe illness and haemorrhage. The viability of viruses in the environmen ...
Pathogenesis, latency and reactivation of infections by
... are unable to prevent the installation of a strain in a latent state or to eliminate a latent virus carried at the time of vaccination. Moreover, in such animals, vaccina tion does not totally prevent the re-excretion of latent virus and the subsequent dis semination of wild-type virus to the surr ...
... are unable to prevent the installation of a strain in a latent state or to eliminate a latent virus carried at the time of vaccination. Moreover, in such animals, vaccina tion does not totally prevent the re-excretion of latent virus and the subsequent dis semination of wild-type virus to the surr ...
A survey on presence of new strains of infectious bronchitis virus in
... chickens. The disease is characterized by respiratory signs including gasping, coughing, sneezing, tracheal rales, and nasal discharge. In young chickens, severe respiratory distress may occur; while in layers, respiratory distress, decrease in egg production, and loss of internal and shell quality ...
... chickens. The disease is characterized by respiratory signs including gasping, coughing, sneezing, tracheal rales, and nasal discharge. In young chickens, severe respiratory distress may occur; while in layers, respiratory distress, decrease in egg production, and loss of internal and shell quality ...
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... demonstrates the ability of this virus to cause disease outside of the respiratory tract. The ocular surface represents both a potential site of virus replication and a portal of entry for establishment of a respiratory infection. However, the properties which govern ocular tropism of influenza viru ...
... demonstrates the ability of this virus to cause disease outside of the respiratory tract. The ocular surface represents both a potential site of virus replication and a portal of entry for establishment of a respiratory infection. However, the properties which govern ocular tropism of influenza viru ...
I. Protocol for Approval to use Vaccinia Virus in
... There are multiple strains of vaccinia virus that have different levels of virulence for humans and animals. “Standard” vaccinia virus was used historically to immunize humans against smallpox, and it is this virus that is still used to immunize humans. This virus can replicate in human cells which ...
... There are multiple strains of vaccinia virus that have different levels of virulence for humans and animals. “Standard” vaccinia virus was used historically to immunize humans against smallpox, and it is this virus that is still used to immunize humans. This virus can replicate in human cells which ...
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... hospitalised with influenza each year. Case definitions of influenza-like illness differ by state and year and there is limited value in diagnosing influenza using clinical criteria. Epidemiologic surveillance data should be taken into account and rapid point of care testing used where possible. Poi ...
... hospitalised with influenza each year. Case definitions of influenza-like illness differ by state and year and there is limited value in diagnosing influenza using clinical criteria. Epidemiologic surveillance data should be taken into account and rapid point of care testing used where possible. Poi ...
WHO Guidelines on the Use of Vaccines and Antivirals during Influenza Pandemics
... 2. Background Influenza vaccines have been available for over 60 years. Extensive experience during this long period has demonstrated their safety and efficacy. In populations at risk of severe complications, vaccination is known to reduce hospital admissions and deaths. Vaccination is thus the corn ...
... 2. Background Influenza vaccines have been available for over 60 years. Extensive experience during this long period has demonstrated their safety and efficacy. In populations at risk of severe complications, vaccination is known to reduce hospital admissions and deaths. Vaccination is thus the corn ...
Avian infectious bronchitis
... The virus causes infections mainly in chickens and is a significant pathogen of commercial meat and egg type birds. IB is an acute, contagious disease characterised primarily by respiratory signs in growing chickens. In hens, decreased egg production and quality are often observed. Some strains of t ...
... The virus causes infections mainly in chickens and is a significant pathogen of commercial meat and egg type birds. IB is an acute, contagious disease characterised primarily by respiratory signs in growing chickens. In hens, decreased egg production and quality are often observed. Some strains of t ...
Wild and Domestic Pig Interactions at the Wildlife–Livestock
... wildlife–livestock interactions potentially contribute to infectious disease emergence has led to an increase of interest on this topic (1). The opportunities for such interactions to occur have escalated due to the expansion of human population and subsequent encroachment into wildlife habitats (2) ...
... wildlife–livestock interactions potentially contribute to infectious disease emergence has led to an increase of interest on this topic (1). The opportunities for such interactions to occur have escalated due to the expansion of human population and subsequent encroachment into wildlife habitats (2) ...
Zika virus, emergencies, uncertainty and vulnerable populations
... Transactions of the Royal Society for Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. An experienced team of UK and US investigators, who worked on identifying and characterising mosquito-vectored viruses in Africa, identified the virus in Zika, Uganda.1,2 Working on six tree platforms in the forest separated from L ...
... Transactions of the Royal Society for Tropical Medicine and Hygiene. An experienced team of UK and US investigators, who worked on identifying and characterising mosquito-vectored viruses in Africa, identified the virus in Zika, Uganda.1,2 Working on six tree platforms in the forest separated from L ...
isolation and characterization of infectious laryngotracheitis virus in
... infection (Bauer et al., 1999; Guy & Bagust, 2003). Clinical signs associated with the severe form of the disease include gasping, depression, nasal discharge, conjunctivitis, and expectoration of bloody mucus. Upon gross examination of the trachea, characteristic severe hemorrhages and mucus plugs ...
... infection (Bauer et al., 1999; Guy & Bagust, 2003). Clinical signs associated with the severe form of the disease include gasping, depression, nasal discharge, conjunctivitis, and expectoration of bloody mucus. Upon gross examination of the trachea, characteristic severe hemorrhages and mucus plugs ...
Influenza virus characterisation, summary Europe, July 2016
... As described in many previous reports3, influenza A(H3N2) viruses continue to be difficult to characterise antigenically by HI assay due to variable agglutination of red blood cells (RBCs) from guinea pigs, turkeys and humans or the loss of the ability of viruses to agglutinate any of these RBCs. Th ...
... As described in many previous reports3, influenza A(H3N2) viruses continue to be difficult to characterise antigenically by HI assay due to variable agglutination of red blood cells (RBCs) from guinea pigs, turkeys and humans or the loss of the ability of viruses to agglutinate any of these RBCs. Th ...
cucumber mosaic, and tomato spotted wilt. The tomato mosaic virus
... distributed worldwide and may cause significant losses in the field and greenhouse. TMV is one of the most stable viruses known, able to survive in dried plant debris as long as 100 years. Many strains of TMV have been reported and characterized. TMV can be seedborne in tomato, is readily transmitte ...
... distributed worldwide and may cause significant losses in the field and greenhouse. TMV is one of the most stable viruses known, able to survive in dried plant debris as long as 100 years. Many strains of TMV have been reported and characterized. TMV can be seedborne in tomato, is readily transmitte ...
National Influenza Pandemic Plan
... Influenza was first described by Hippocrates in 412 BC, while the first pandemic resembling influenza was recorded in 1580 AD. Since then 31 influenza pandemics have been recorded, three of which occurred during the 20th century – in 1918, 1957, and 1968. Even nowadays, seasonal influenza affects la ...
... Influenza was first described by Hippocrates in 412 BC, while the first pandemic resembling influenza was recorded in 1580 AD. Since then 31 influenza pandemics have been recorded, three of which occurred during the 20th century – in 1918, 1957, and 1968. Even nowadays, seasonal influenza affects la ...
Swine influenza
Swine influenza, also called pig influenza, swine flu, hog flu and pig flu, is an infection caused by any one of several types of swine influenza viruses. Swine influenza virus (SIV) or swine-origin influenza virus (S-OIV) is any strain of the influenza family of viruses that is endemic in pigs. As of 2009, the known SIV strains include influenza C and the subtypes of influenza A known as H1N1, H1N2, H2N1, H3N1, H3N2, and H2N3.Swine influenza virus is common throughout pig populations worldwide. Transmission of the virus from pigs to humans is not common and does not always lead to human flu, often resulting only in the production of antibodies in the blood. If transmission does cause human flu, it is called zoonotic swine flu. People with regular exposure to pigs are at increased risk of swine flu infection.Around the mid-20th century, identification of influenza subtypes became possible, allowing accurate diagnosis of transmission to humans. Since then, only 50 such transmissions have been confirmed. These strains of swine flu rarely pass from human to human. Symptoms of zoonotic swine flu in humans are similar to those of influenza and of influenza-like illness in general, namely chills, fever, sore throat, muscle pains, severe headache, coughing, weakness and general discomfort.In August 2010, the World Health Organization declared the swine flu pandemic officially over.Cases of swine flu have been reported in India, with over 31,156 positive test cases and 1,841 deaths till March 2015.