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Guidance on H1N1 Flu OutbreakFairfax, Va., Apr. 30, 2009... The IAFC, with the support of the IAFC EMS Section’s Emerging Disease Committee, established and continues to update the webpage that aggregates the current status on the H1N1 flu and reliable sources of guidance, response planning resources and other information for the fire and emergency service…
Guidance on H1N1 Flu Outbreak Now Available Fairfax, Va., Apr. 27, 2009... Currently, human cases of H1N1 influenza A virus infection have been identified in the United States and internationally. These are linked to the same virus strain found in Central Mexico. The IAFC, with the support of the IAFC EMS Section’s Emerging Disease Committee, has established a webpage to post educational resources and updates regarding the current outbreak. While alarming, the current H1N1 flu outbreak is just that, an outbreak. It should be taken seriously, but currently the outbreak is not a crisis and should be seen as a learning situation for preparation and response. Despite some media coverage comparing the outbreak to concerns raised by the ongoing avian influenza (H5N1) virus, there are a number of critical distinctions. One distinction according to the CDC is that, unlike avian flu strain, which has no known antiviral, laboratory testing has found the H1N1 influenza A virus is susceptible to prescription antiviral drugs. Fire and emergency service officials are urged to visit the H1N1 flu and emerging diseases resources webpage to review the materials in order to educate your departments and assist in the education of your communities. The Emerging Disease Committee is fully monitoring the situation and will provide updates as they become available. -end- |
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