SummitFlu

GENERAL INFORMATION

Off-Season Influenza Surveillance Updates
Report 1 - Week Ending 5/15/10
Report 2 - Week Ending 5/29/10
Report 3 - Week Ending 6/05/10
Report 4 - Week Ending 06/12/10
Report 5 - Week Ending 06/19/10
Report 6 - Week Ending 06/26/10
Report 7 - Week Ending 07/03/10
Report 8 - Week Ending 07/10/10
Report 9 - Week Ending 07/17/10

2009 H1N1 UPDATES

One Year Later: How the H1N1 Pandemic Has
Strengthened America’s Preparedness April 20, 2010

HHS Secretary Sebelius Marks One Year Anniversary of H1N1 with Keynote
Address at National Immunization Conference April 20, 2010

H1N1 - One Year Later - April 19, 2010

CDC - Situation Update

CDC - Facts and Figures about 2009 H1N1

WHO - Pandemic Update

SANOFI RECALL

As part of its quality assurance program, Sanofi Pasteur, Inc., performs additional routine, ongoing testing of influenza vaccines after the vaccine has been distributed to health care providers to ensure that vaccines continue to meet required specifications. In recent testing of the amount of antigen in its influenza A (H1N1) monovalent vaccine, Sanofi Pasteur found four distributed lots of single-dose, pre-filled syringe pediatric (0.25 mL) vaccine with antigen content lower than required potency levels. The manufacturer is conducting a non-safety related voluntary recall of these affected lots of vaccine. Vaccine from these four lots were distributed throughout the United States; however the Akron Health Department, the Barberton Health District and the Summit County Health District, did NOT administer any of the vaccine from the indentified lot numbers. Please click on the following link for more information.

http://www.cdc.gov/h1n1flu/vaccination/syringes_qa.htm
Federal HAN Sanofi Vaccine Recall 01/29/2010

INFLUENZA VACCINE

H1N1 Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting .pdf
Vaccine Safety October 19, 2009
Flu Myths and Realities October 9, 2009
Key Facts About 2009 H1N1 Vaccine October 7, 2009
H1N1 Vaccine Q & A Tip Sheet .pdf

*Click for CDC definitions

REPORTING REACTIONS AND SIDE EFFECTS FROM THE H1N1 VACCINE

The 2009 H1N1 vaccine is made the same way and by the same companies that make the seasonal influenza vaccine. In the studies and vaccinations done so far, the 2009 H1N1 vaccine has been as safe as the seasonal influenza vaccine. After any vaccine some persons may experience symptoms, side effects or reactions. These may be common to the vaccine, not previously known to happen with a vaccine, or completely unrelated to the vaccine. However, it is important to watch for and report possible reactions to any vaccine.

In Summit County, anyone who receives a 2009 H1N1 vaccination and has an allergic reaction (shortness of breath, wheezing, hives, swelling, fainting) should contact 911 to be seen at an emergency department. For less serious symptoms, side effects or reactions, a person should call his/her physician. The physician can file a report through the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS).

The person can also call the Akron Health Department Flu Hotline at 330-375-2876 and hit
option “3”. The person should leave a message with his/her name and telephone number. The messages will be monitored daily. A nurse will then call the person, get the necessary information about the vaccination and the reaction and complete the VAERS form.

Remember, just because a symptom occurred after a vaccine was given does not mean the vaccine caused it. But it is important to report any possible side effect.

PREVENTING AND PREPARING

Fortunately, there are some very basic things you can do to help prevent getting sick,
and they are the same for seasonal influenza as they are for H1N1 influenza:

Wash your hands frequently with soap and water. If soap and water are not available, alcohol-based hand sanitizers are effective.
Maintain healthy habits such as eating right, getting enough sleep and exercise.
Get a seasonal flu shot.
Try to keep your hands away from your mouth, nose or eyes.
Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze. If you don't have a tissue, cough or sneeze into the crook of your elbow or your upper sleeve, not your hands.
If you do get sick, stay home until you're better. The CDC recommends staying home for 24 hours after your fever is gone, without using fever-reducers.

What You Can Do to Help Prevent the Flu

The documents below can help you prepare for all types of hazards or emergencies, as
well as providing specific information about staying home when you're sick.

Household Preparedness A-Z
Stay At Home Toolkit

IF YOU GET SICK
The information below can give you some guidance on what to do if you get sick.

What To Do If You Get Sick .
Taking Care of a Sick Person at Home
Stay at Home Toolkit

INFORMATION FOR BUSINESSES

CDC - Influenza Vaccine Q&A for Businesses October 16, 2009

SCHD - Use of Personal Protection Equipment in the Non-Healthcare Workplace .pdf - October 2009

FLU.GOV - Preparedness Guide for Small Business September 2009

FLU.GOV - Guidance for Businesses and Employers August 2009

FLU.GOV - Preparing for the Flu: A Communication Toolkit for Businesses and Employers August 2009

ODH - Business Preparedness A-Z .pdf

Business Guidance Tip Sheet .pdf

INFORMATION FOR SCHOOLS

WHO - Reducing Transmission of Pandemic (H1N1) 2009 in School Settings September 28, 2009

FLU.GOV - Guidance for State and Local Public Health Officials and School Administrators
for Schools (K-12) September 2009

FLU.GOV - Preparing for the Flu: A Communication Toolkit for Schools (Grades K-12) September 2009

FLU.GOV - Guidance for Responses to Influenza for Institutions of Higher Education September 2009

FLU.GOV - Preparing for the Flu: A Communication Toolkit for Institutions of Higher Education September 2009

Tip Sheet for Schools .pdf

INFORMATION FOR HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS

October 6, 2009 - ODH has set up a hotline to assist providers in completing the H1N1 vaccine registration process. The number is 1-866-800-1404. Those who are completing or have completed the vaccine registration process and have questions may call this number for assistance from ODH. This hotline will be staffed Monday-Friday from 8am to 5pm.

RESOURCES FOR CLINICIANS
CDC page designed to give clinicians access to the latest guidelines and information on the
evolving novel H1N1 influenza situation.

FDA - Questions and Answers for Health Care Providers: Renal Dosing and Administration Recommendations for Peramivir IV .pdf / November 13, 2009

ODH - Surveillance Algorithm for Testing of Pandemic H1N1 2009 Influenza .pdf / October 30, 2009

CDC - Updated Interim Recommendations for Obstetric Health Care Providers Related to Use of Antiviral Medications in the Treatment and Prevention of Influenza for the 2009-2010 Season October 23, 2009

CDC - Top 10 Frequently Asked Questions on Use of Influenza A(H1N1) 2009 Monovalent Vaccines (2009 H1N1 vaccines): Practical Considerations for Immunization Programs and Providers October 21, 2009

CDC - Updated Interim Recommendations for the Use of Antiviral Medications in the Treatment and Prevention of Influenza for the 2009-2010 Season October 16, 2009

CDC - Interim Guidance on Infection Control Measures for 2009 H1N1 Influenza in Healthcare Settings, Including Protection of Healthcare Personnel October 14, 2009

CDC - Vaccine Financing Q&A October 7, 2009

CDC - H1N1 Clinicians Questions & Answers October 6, 2009

CDC - Template Letter for Healthcare Providers about the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) October 6, 2009

H1N1 Vaccine and Pregnant Women October 2, 2009

CDC - 2009-2010 Influenza Season Triage Algorithm for Adults (>18 Years) With Influenza-Like Illness October 2, 2009

FDA - H1N1 Vaccine Manufacturers' Information October 1, 2009

CDC - Interim Guidance for Clinical Use of Influenza Diagnostic Tests During the 2009-10 Influenza Season September 29, 2009