Australian Influenza - Department of Health
... with fair attendance and contact with swine. The virus detected is the same as the variant viruses detected during the 2012 multi-state outbreak, which was also associated with swine exposure at agricultural fairs. The WHO has reported on additional retrospectively detected laboratory-confirmed ca ...
... with fair attendance and contact with swine. The virus detected is the same as the variant viruses detected during the 2012 multi-state outbreak, which was also associated with swine exposure at agricultural fairs. The WHO has reported on additional retrospectively detected laboratory-confirmed ca ...
MolecularCharacterization of theSurface Glycoproteins of Influenza B
... and circulating strains. Neuraminidase inhibitor (NI) antivirals are important for prophylaxis and treatment of severe cases of influenza disease. However, mutations in the two major surface proteins, hemagglutinin (HA) and neuraminidase (NA) can cause the virus to escape host defenses leading to fa ...
... and circulating strains. Neuraminidase inhibitor (NI) antivirals are important for prophylaxis and treatment of severe cases of influenza disease. However, mutations in the two major surface proteins, hemagglutinin (HA) and neuraminidase (NA) can cause the virus to escape host defenses leading to fa ...
Why flu vaccination is important for health care workers (HCWs)
... long term care facilities they rely on the immunity of those who care for them. There are many reports of flu outbreaks within hospitals and long term care facilities where unvaccinated healthcare workers are likely to have infected patients and facilitated the spread of the disease. (11, 12) Instit ...
... long term care facilities they rely on the immunity of those who care for them. There are many reports of flu outbreaks within hospitals and long term care facilities where unvaccinated healthcare workers are likely to have infected patients and facilitated the spread of the disease. (11, 12) Instit ...
helping patients manage cough, cold and flu
... when nonpharmacologic options, including humidifiers and vaporizers, are appropriate. 4. Respond to commonly asked questions that patients and caregivers may have about prevention and treatment of cough, cold and flu, including special considerations for children, pregnant women and the elderly. 5. ...
... when nonpharmacologic options, including humidifiers and vaporizers, are appropriate. 4. Respond to commonly asked questions that patients and caregivers may have about prevention and treatment of cough, cold and flu, including special considerations for children, pregnant women and the elderly. 5. ...
... ―pandemic threats‖ occurred. The pandemic flu of 1918, known as the Spanish Flu, has been cited as the most devastating epidemic in recorded world history and is suspected of killing more than 20 million people-- more than the total number killed during World War I. It is believed that 20-40% of the ...
CONSISE Household Transmission Protocol September 2013
... The household, defined as a person or a group of people living in the same residence, provides a strategic setting to track influenza infections among close contacts of cases because the denominator is well-defined, exposure is similar and follow-up of household contacts is feasible. It is also impo ...
... The household, defined as a person or a group of people living in the same residence, provides a strategic setting to track influenza infections among close contacts of cases because the denominator is well-defined, exposure is similar and follow-up of household contacts is feasible. It is also impo ...
Swine Influenza A/H1N1
... period of 1-2 weeks when a large number of people will be suffering from acute influenza (modelling shows that while at a national level the peak activity may last for up to 6 weeks, at a local level it is likely to be much shorter). Demand on services locally during this peak phase will be very hig ...
... period of 1-2 weeks when a large number of people will be suffering from acute influenza (modelling shows that while at a national level the peak activity may last for up to 6 weeks, at a local level it is likely to be much shorter). Demand on services locally during this peak phase will be very hig ...
Buncombe County Government
... Many people in our community will likely become ill, especially school age children. Pregnant woman and those with heart and lung conditions tend to have more serious symptoms and can even die. Because H1N1 is likely to be so widespread, even a mild pandemic will probably cause intermittent disrupti ...
... Many people in our community will likely become ill, especially school age children. Pregnant woman and those with heart and lung conditions tend to have more serious symptoms and can even die. Because H1N1 is likely to be so widespread, even a mild pandemic will probably cause intermittent disrupti ...
2009 – 2010 Flu Season – Key Messages
... Many people in our community will likely become ill, especially school age children. Pregnant woman and those with heart and lung conditions tend to have more serious symptoms and can even die. Because H1N1 is likely to be so widespread, even a mild pandemic will probably cause intermittent disrupti ...
... Many people in our community will likely become ill, especially school age children. Pregnant woman and those with heart and lung conditions tend to have more serious symptoms and can even die. Because H1N1 is likely to be so widespread, even a mild pandemic will probably cause intermittent disrupti ...
Guidance on Pandemic Influenza Planning for MN Local Public
... are composed of two major antigenic structures essential to vaccines and immunity: hemagglutinin (H) and neuraminidase (N). The structure of these two components defines the virus subtype. A minor change in the structure caused by a mutation (antigenic drift) results in the emergence of a new strain ...
... are composed of two major antigenic structures essential to vaccines and immunity: hemagglutinin (H) and neuraminidase (N). The structure of these two components defines the virus subtype. A minor change in the structure caused by a mutation (antigenic drift) results in the emergence of a new strain ...
Guidance on Pandemic Influenza Planning for MN Local Public
... are composed of two major antigenic structures essential to vaccines and immunity: hemagglutinin (H) and neuraminidase (N). The structure of these two components defines the virus subtype. A minor change in the structure caused by a mutation (antigenic drift) results in the emergence of a new strain ...
... are composed of two major antigenic structures essential to vaccines and immunity: hemagglutinin (H) and neuraminidase (N). The structure of these two components defines the virus subtype. A minor change in the structure caused by a mutation (antigenic drift) results in the emergence of a new strain ...
Influenza Key points_ACIP recs_HCP and pregnancy
... vaccinated, people around him/her will be better protected against influenza (89.1% among those vaccinated compared to 44.6% among those not vaccinated), and believing that getting vaccinated is worth the time and expense (94.7% among those vaccinated compared to 45.8% among those not vaccinated). ...
... vaccinated, people around him/her will be better protected against influenza (89.1% among those vaccinated compared to 44.6% among those not vaccinated), and believing that getting vaccinated is worth the time and expense (94.7% among those vaccinated compared to 45.8% among those not vaccinated). ...
Influenza A(H1N1) (Swine Flu): A Global Outbreak
... (84%) reported that their symptoms were stable or improving, three (7%) reported worsening symptoms (two of whom later reported improvement), and four (9%) reported complete resolution of symptoms Only one reported having been hospitalized for syncope and released after overnight ...
... (84%) reported that their symptoms were stable or improving, three (7%) reported worsening symptoms (two of whom later reported improvement), and four (9%) reported complete resolution of symptoms Only one reported having been hospitalized for syncope and released after overnight ...
Technician - Drug Store News CE
... coughing episodes.7 Other symptoms include runny nose, slight fever and diarrhea. Because pertussis can be treated with specific antibiotics, if caught early enough, it is critical to arrange a consultation with the pharmacist if symptoms suggesting pertussis are present. Pertussis is a disease for ...
... coughing episodes.7 Other symptoms include runny nose, slight fever and diarrhea. Because pertussis can be treated with specific antibiotics, if caught early enough, it is critical to arrange a consultation with the pharmacist if symptoms suggesting pertussis are present. Pertussis is a disease for ...
Influenza Protocol (Seasonal, Pandemic and Avian Influenza)
... human influenza viruses. Transmission to humans in close contact with poultry or other birds occurs rarely and only with some strains of avian influenza. The potential for transformation of avian influenza into a form that both causes severe disease in humans and spreads easily from person to person ...
... human influenza viruses. Transmission to humans in close contact with poultry or other birds occurs rarely and only with some strains of avian influenza. The potential for transformation of avian influenza into a form that both causes severe disease in humans and spreads easily from person to person ...
National Influenza Pandemic Preparedness Plan
... through the globe to over 214 countries and overseas territories by 1st August 2009 resulting in a pandemic with 18,449 reported deaths. It was caused by a strain that had a mix of genetic material from swine, avian and human influenza viruses. On 10th August 2010 WHO officially d ...
... through the globe to over 214 countries and overseas territories by 1st August 2009 resulting in a pandemic with 18,449 reported deaths. It was caused by a strain that had a mix of genetic material from swine, avian and human influenza viruses. On 10th August 2010 WHO officially d ...
Phase 0, Level 3: Pandemic Alert
... flu virus emerges to which few people, if any, have immunity. Any vaccine or therapeutic drugs are likely to be delayed and in short supply. Because of these features, pandemic flu is likely to last several months and affect a large percentage of the national and world population, causing major soci ...
... flu virus emerges to which few people, if any, have immunity. Any vaccine or therapeutic drugs are likely to be delayed and in short supply. Because of these features, pandemic flu is likely to last several months and affect a large percentage of the national and world population, causing major soci ...
Immunization Update 2016
... vaccine which contains two type A and two type B strains FDA approved December 2012 People ages 3 years and older ...
... vaccine which contains two type A and two type B strains FDA approved December 2012 People ages 3 years and older ...
novel influenza 2009 (h1n1) - National Certification Corporation
... Based on (CDC, 2009b; DHHS, 2009; Labant & Greenwalt, 2009) ...
... Based on (CDC, 2009b; DHHS, 2009; Labant & Greenwalt, 2009) ...
Guidelines for Pharmacological Management of Pandemic (H1N1)
... uncomplicated upper respiratory tract disease to serious complicated illness that may include exacerbation of other underlying conditions and severe viral pneumonia with multi‐ organ failure. Since a wide range of pathogens can cause influenza‐like illness (ILI), a clinical diagnosis of ...
... uncomplicated upper respiratory tract disease to serious complicated illness that may include exacerbation of other underlying conditions and severe viral pneumonia with multi‐ organ failure. Since a wide range of pathogens can cause influenza‐like illness (ILI), a clinical diagnosis of ...
General Information - H1N1 flu virus
... Q7. The WHO recently stated that some countries will begin to receive vaccine in September. Why will Canadians have to wait two months longer? The Government of Canada is in close communication with GSK and they have assured us that they are on track to deliver a vaccine before the winter flu season ...
... Q7. The WHO recently stated that some countries will begin to receive vaccine in September. Why will Canadians have to wait two months longer? The Government of Canada is in close communication with GSK and they have assured us that they are on track to deliver a vaccine before the winter flu season ...
H1N1 Overview & Business Basics
... Each year, seasonal flu costs the US economy over $10 billion in lost productivity and direct medical expenses. This year, it’s possible that H1N1 pandemic flu could have even greater impacts than seasonal flu. The number of ill employees could be disruptive to businesses. Preparing for H1N1 flu imp ...
... Each year, seasonal flu costs the US economy over $10 billion in lost productivity and direct medical expenses. This year, it’s possible that H1N1 pandemic flu could have even greater impacts than seasonal flu. The number of ill employees could be disruptive to businesses. Preparing for H1N1 flu imp ...
WHO/CDS/CSR/EDC/99.1 Influenza Pandemic Plan. The Role of WHO and Guidelines
... During inter-pandemic periods, influenza viruses circulate that are related to those from the preceding epidemic. The viruses are spreading among people with varying levels of immunity from infections earlier in life. Such circulation, over a period of usually 2-3 years, promotes the selection of ne ...
... During inter-pandemic periods, influenza viruses circulate that are related to those from the preceding epidemic. The viruses are spreading among people with varying levels of immunity from infections earlier in life. Such circulation, over a period of usually 2-3 years, promotes the selection of ne ...
Q: Is it a good idea to use rapid influenza diagnostic testing to
... disease with suspected anthrax illness. Symptoms such as fever, body aches, and headaches are common to many different infections besides influenza and anthrax. Most flu-like illness is not caused by influenza (or anthrax). Influenza vaccine prevents influenza, but does not prevent other viral cause ...
... disease with suspected anthrax illness. Symptoms such as fever, body aches, and headaches are common to many different infections besides influenza and anthrax. Most flu-like illness is not caused by influenza (or anthrax). Influenza vaccine prevents influenza, but does not prevent other viral cause ...
understanding influenza
... SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF AN INFLUENZA INFECTION The “flu season” is in the winter, usually from November to March. There have been several theories as to why influenza infections happen in the winter. It may be that people spend more time indoors and in close proximity to each other in the winter. The ...
... SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF AN INFLUENZA INFECTION The “flu season” is in the winter, usually from November to March. There have been several theories as to why influenza infections happen in the winter. It may be that people spend more time indoors and in close proximity to each other in the winter. The ...
Influenza A virus subtype H5N1
Influenza A virus subtype H5N1, also known as A(H5N1) or simply H5N1, is a subtype of the influenza A virus which can cause illness in humans and many other animal species. A bird-adapted strain of H5N1, called HPAI A(H5N1) for highly pathogenic avian influenza virus of type A of subtype H5N1, is the highly pathogenic causative agent of H5N1 flu, commonly known as avian influenza (""bird flu""). It is enzootic (maintained in the population) in many bird populations, especially in Southeast Asia. One strain of HPAI A(H5N1) is spreading globally after first appearing in Asia. It is epizootic (an epidemic in nonhumans) and panzootic (affecting animals of many species, especially over a wide area), killing tens of millions of birds and spurring the culling of hundreds of millions of others to stem its spread. Many references to ""bird flu"" and H5N1 in the popular media refer to this strain.According to the World Health Organization and United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization, H5N1 pathogenicity is gradually continuing to rise in endemic areas, but the avian influenza disease situation in farmed birds is being held in check by vaccination, and so far there is ""no evidence of sustained human-to-human transmission"" of the virus. Eleven outbreaks of H5N1 were reported worldwide in June 2008 in five countries (China, Egypt, Indonesia, Pakistan and Vietnam) compared to 65 outbreaks in June 2006 and 55 in June 2007. The global HPAI situation significantly improved in the first half of 2008, but the FAO reports that imperfect disease surveillance systems mean that occurrence of the virus remains underestimated and underreported. In July 2013 the WHO announced a total of 630 confirmed human cases which resulted in the deaths of 375 people since 2003.Several H5N1 vaccines have been developed and approved, and stockpiled by a number of countries, including the United States (in its National Stockpile), Britain, France, Canada, and Australia, for use in an emergency.Research has shown that a highly contagious strain of H5N1, one that might allow airborne transmission between mammals, can be reached in only a few mutations, raising concerns about a pandemic and bioterrorism.