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PANDEMIC INFLUENZA ALERT SYSTEM
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AVIAN INFLUENZA QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
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AVIAN INFLUENZA HCA PAN FLU PLANNING RESOURCES
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Avian Influenza is a Type A virus that affects birds. The current virus that is spreading rapidly is known as H5N1. So far, the spread of H5N1 virus from person to person has been limited and has not continued beyond one person. There are currently no cases in North America. Nonetheless, because all influenza viruses have the ability to change, scientists are concerned that H5N1 virus one day could be able to infect humans and spread easily from one person to another. The following websites offer avian flu updates and include a wealth of other pertinent information. Should you need additional information please use the "Contact Us" section on this website. We are happy to assist in any way. We will post updates here as they become available.
CENTER FOR DISEASE CONTROL
http://www.cdc.gov/flu/avian
HERE IS A PANDEMIC PLANNING CHECKLIST FOR SCHOOL DISTRICTS
http://www.pandemicflu.gov/plan/pdf/schoolchecklist.pdf
OFFICIAL GOVERNMENT WEBSITE
http://www.pandemicflu.gov/avianbirdflu/
ORANGE COUNTY HEALTH CARE AGENCY
http://www.ochealthinfo.com/epi/af
SCHOOL STAFF SHOULD FOLLOW THESE GOOD HYGIENE RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE CENTER FOR DISEASE CONTROL
http://www.cdc.gov/flu/professionals/pdf/resphygiene.pdf
WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION
http://www.who.int/csr/disease/avian_influenza/en/
TO REPORT DEAD BIRDS
While avian influenza has yet to reach the United States, we are still being impacted by West Nile Virus. To report dead birds that otherwise appear to be in good condition, contact the Orange County Vector Control District at (714) 971-2421 Extension 117 or (949) 654-2421 extension 117.
http://www.ocvcd.org/index.php
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Homeland Security Advisory
The Homeland Security Advisory System provides a comprehensive and effective means to disseminate information regarding the risk of terrorist acts to federal, state, and local authorities and to the American people.
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Teacher and Parent Recommendations
In an effort to meet the needs of students in the coming days, the following document from the National Association of School Psychologists offers recommendations for teachers and parents. At the end of the document there are links to other resources available to educators in these unsettling times.
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Frequently asked questions about SARS, Anthrax, Mad Cow Disease and other threats to public health:
Complete information on CDC Website: http://www.cdc.gov
Crisis Response Network
The Crisis Response Network of Orange County is a readiness, response, and recovery service network delivering psychological first-aid and mental health services by trained responders to all members of the community in times of need. CRN also provides Crisis Response Responder training to school and district staff. Download PDF ...