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May 5, 2009 H1N1 Influenza Preparedness Workforce Protection
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May 5, 2009 H1N1 Influenza (aka Swine Flu) A viral infection that occurs in pigs Infected pigs rarely infect humans “Cocktail” Virus – Swine, Avian & Human Flu In late March 2009, cases of human infection with H1N1 viruses were 1 st reported in S. California and Texas (swine source unknown) H1N1 is spreading from person to person 2
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May 5, 2009 H1N1 Influenza The spread of H1N1 is similar to the same way seasonal influenza spreads Coughing Sneezing Touching something with flu virus on it & then touching mouth or nose Infected people may be able to infect others 1 day before symptoms develop and up to symptom resolution. 3
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May 5, 2009 H1N1 Influenza Symptoms Fever Sore Throat Cough Body Aches Headaches Chills Fatigue 4
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May 5, 2009 H1N1 Flu - Pandemic Potential PandemicSeasonalH5N1 (Avian)H1N1 (Swine) New Virus Person to Person Transmission Serious Illness & Death +/- ??? 5
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May 5, 2009 6 http://www.swine-flu-map-animation.com/ H1N1 Influenza Spread in the US
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May 5, 2009 Countermeasures Non-Pharmacologic Isolation & quarantine Social distancing Telecommuting Respiratory protection Cough & sneeze etiquette Washing hands frequently Pharmacologic* Vaccines (Currently, no vaccine for H1N1) Antiviral drugs (Tamiflu/Relenza) *May have limited impact 8
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May 5, 2009 Droplet Spread REMEMBER – SOCIAL DISTANCING IS 6 FEET! 9
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May 5, 2009 Coast Guard Workforce Issues H1N1 Webcast Series (CG-11) Recommendations to TRACENs Influenza Training (Mandatory) Reemphasized Policy Guidance: -Operating Protocols in H1N1 Environment -Use of Personal Protective Equipment & Fit Testing -Healthcare Worker Assessment & Treatment Guidance -Critical Incident Messing -Child Development Center Guidelines 10
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