Weekly Flu News - January 21
The 2009 H1N1 influenza pandemic has not only resulted in a surge of patients throughout our healthcare system, but also a surge in media coverage of the disease. In continuing our commitment to keep you informed on key issues related to emergency preparedness and response, we are sending these weekly alerts which highlight recent news reports and publications related to H1N1. These articles highlight some of the issues you and your organization may be facing in the wake of the current influenza pandemic.
Government Response
New OSHA videos feature guidance on respirators, Infection Control Today (January 14, 2010)
WHO official denies exaggeration about dangers of swine flu pandemic, The Washington Post (January 15, 2010)
Vaccines and Antivirals
Poland stands alone in refusing swine flu vaccines, The Washington Post (January 13, 2010)
Thousands of high-risk kids missing 2nd H1N1 flu doses, USA Today (January 15, 2010)
One in five Americans got swine flu vaccine, CDC reports, The Washington Post (January 16, 2010)
Healthcare Emergency Preparedness and Response
Drive-through emergency service effective response to pandemic, Health News Digest.com (January 14, 2010)
Five lessons U.S. hospitals can take from Haiti, HealthLeaders Media (January 19, 2010)
General News
H1N1 takes its toll on Canadians’ workplace productivity, Canada.com (January 15, 2010)
Up to 80 million Americans infected with H1N1 – CDC, Reuters (January 15, 2010)
Pandemic H1N1 spreads despite claims threat fabricated, HSToday (January 19, 2010)
Troutman Sanders LLP has been actively involved in influenza pandemic preparedness planning since 2005 and has prepared a number of white papers and planning guides to assist healthcare providers preparing for emergencies and disasters, including an influenza pandemic response.
To access Troutman Sanders LLP’s Pandemic Influenza Resource Center, which contains many of the tools that we have developed, please visit http://www.troutman.com/panflu. Please contact Steve Gravely or Erin Whaley for more information on how Troutman Sanders can assist with your pandemic influenza preparedness needs.