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CDC. Antiviral agents for the treatment and chemoprophylaxis of influenza: recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). MMWR 2011 Jan 21;60(RR1):1-24 [Full text]
CDC. Interim guidance on the use of influenza antiviral agents during the 2010-2011 influenza season. Nov 16, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. Summary influenza antiviral treatment recommendations for 2010-2011. Nov 9, 2010 [Full text]
Resources
CBO: US Congressional Budget Office
CDC: US Centers for Disease Prevention and Control
CRS: Congressional Research Service
DHS: US Department of Homeland Security
DOD: US Department of Defense
DOS: US Department of State
DOT: US Department of Transportation
EEOC: US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
FDA: US Food and Drug Administration
FEMA: US Federal Emergency Management Agency
GAO: US Government Accountability Office
HHS: US Department of Health and Human Services
Multiple Agencies
National Governors Association
NIOSH: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
OSHA: Occupational Safety and Health Administration
OPM: US Office of Personnel Management
PCAST: Presidents Council of Advisors on Science and Technology
USDA: US Department of Agriculture
USHR: United States House of Representatives - Committee on Homeland Security
CBO
Congressional Budget Office. US policy regarding pandemic-influenza vaccines. Released Sep 15, 2008 [Full text - PDF]
CDC
CDC. 10 steps you can take: actions for novel H1N1 influenza planning and response for medical offices and outpatient facilities. July 14, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2010-2011 flu season (Q&A). Aug 12, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. 2009-2010 influenza season triage algorithm for children (<18 years) with influenza-like illness. Oct 16, 2009 [Full text - PDF]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 flu (swine flu) and feeding your baby: what parents should know. Oct 23, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 influenza vaccine with long-dated expiration (Q&A). Mar 24, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 and seasonal influenza and Hispanic communities: questions and answers. Feb 16, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 flu: situation update. Jun 18, 2010 [Web page]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 vaccination recommendations. Oct 15, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Advice for parents on talking to children about novel H1N1 flu (formerly swine flu) concerns. Oct 23, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Antiviral agents for the treatment and chemoprophylaxis of influenza: recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP). MMWR 2011 Jan 21;60(RR1):1-24 [Full text]
CDC. Antiviral drugs for the 2009-2010 influenza season. Oct 19, 2009 [Podcast]
CDC. Antiviral safety information. Dec 24, 2009 (updated regularly) [Full text]
CDC. Average and median ages of 2009 H1N1-related deaths in the United States, spring and fall 2009. Jun 17, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. Bacterial coinfections in lung tissue specimens from fatal cases of 2009 pandemic influenza A (H1N1)--United States, May-August 2009. MMWR 2009 Sep 29;58(Early release):1-4 [Full text]
CDC. Caring for someone sick at home. Dec 5, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. CDC health update: interim guidance--children and pregnant women who may be infected with swine-origin influenza virus: considerations for clinicians. Apr 28, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. CDC guidance for day and residential camp responses to influenza during the 2010 summer camp season. May 17, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. CDC guidance on helping child care and early childhood programs respond to influenza during the 2009-2010 influenza season. Feb 22, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. CDC recommendations for the amount of time persons with influenza-like illness should be away from others. Oct 23, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Changes to the 2009 H1N1 vaccine and supply distribution effective April 1, 2010. Mar 23, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Clinical data collection forms and templates for collection of information on patients infected with novel H1N1 influenza A (H1N1). May 12, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Community strategy for pandemic influenza mitigation. Released Feb 1, 2007 [Full text]
CDC. DSAT guidance on CDC import permits for swine-originated flu. May 26, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Deaths and hospitalizations related to 2009 pandemic influenza A (H1N1) --- Greece, May 2009--February 2010. MMWR 2010 Jun 11;59(22):682-6 [Full text]
CDC. Estimates of deaths associated with seasonal influenza--United States, 1976-2007. MMWR 2010 Aug 27;59(33):1057-62 [Full text]
CDC. Evaluation of rapid influenza diagnostic tests for detection of novel influenza A (H1N1) virus--United States, 2009. MMWR 2009 Aug 7;58(30):826-9 [Full text]
CDC. FluView Surveillance Report: 2008-2009 influenza season, week 17 ending May 2, 2009. May 9, 2009 [Full text - PDF]
CDC. General instructions for disposable respirators [worn like masks]. Apr 29, 2009 [Podcast]
CDC. General questions and answers on Guillain-Barre syndrome (GBS). Dec 15, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. General questions and answers on thimerosal. Dec 15, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Guidance on case definitions for investigations of cases. Apr 30, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Guidance for state and local public health officials and school administrators for school (K-12) responses to influenza during the 2009-2010 school year. Feb 22, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. Guidelines and recommendations: interim guidance about avian influenza (H5N1) for U.S. citizens living abroad. [Full text]
CDC. Guidelines for the submission of tissue specimens for the pathologic evaluation of influenza virus infections. May 23, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. H1N1 flu (swine flu) public service announcements (PSAs). June 10, 2009 [English version] [Spanish version]
CDC. H1N1 flu resources for businesses and employers. Aug 19, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. H1N1 flu (swine flu): resources for child care and early childhood programs. Apr 29, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. H1N1 flu (swine Flu): resources for pregnant women. Updated Dec 14 [Web page]
CDC. H1N1 flu (swine flu): resources for people who are deaf and hard of hearing. Jun 2, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. H1N1 (swine flu): resources for parents and caregivers. May 1, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Home care guidance: physician directions to patient/parent. Sep 24, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Hospitalized patients with novel influenza A (H1N1) virus infection--California, April-May, 2009. MMWR 2009 May 18;58(Early Release):1-5 [Full text]
CDC. Impact of seasonal influenza-related school closures on families--southeastern Kentucky, February 2008. MMWR 2009 Dec 25;58(50):1405-9 [Full text]
CDC. Influenza A (H1N1) 2009 monovalent vaccine safety monitoring: CDC planning recommendations for state, local, tribal, and territorial health officials. August 21, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Information for pregnant women working in education, child care, and health care settings concerning 2009 H1N1 influenza virus. Nov 9, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Information on 2009 H1N1 impact by race and ethnicity. Feb 24, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. Interim biosafety guidance for all individuals handling clinical specimens or isolates containing 2009-H1N1 influenza A virus (novel H1N1), including vaccine strains. Aug 15, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Interim guidance: considerations regarding 2009 H1N1 influenza in intrapartum and postpartum hospital settings. Nov 10, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Interim guidance on infection control measures for 2009 H1N1 influenza in healthcare settings, including protection of healthcare personnel. Jul 15, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. Interim guidance on the use of influenza antiviral agents during the 2010-2011 influenza season. Nov 16, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. Interim guidance for state and local health departments for reporting influenza-associated hospitalizations and deaths for the 2009-2010 season. Sep 8, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Interim guidance for airline flight crews and persons meeeting passengers arriving from areas with avian influenza (updated). Published Feb 18, 2004; updated frequently [Web page]
CDC. Interim guidance on case definitions to be used for investigations of novel influenza A (H1N1) cases. May 11, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Interim guidance for correctional and detention facilities on novel influenza A (H1N1) virus. May 24, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Interim guidance for emergency medical services (EMS) systems and 9-1-1 public safety answering points (PSAPs) for management of patients with confirmed or suspected swine-origin influenza A (H1N1) infection. Aug 5, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Interim guidance for infection control measures for 2009 H1N1 influenza in healthcare settings, including protection of healthcare personnel. Jul 15, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. Interim guidance for public gatherings in response to human infections with novel influenza A (H1N1). Sep 23, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Interim guidance for influenza surveillance: prioritizing RT-PCR testing in laboratories. Oct 9, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Interim guidance for management of influenza-like illness aboard commercial aircraft during the 2009-10 influenza season Nov 30, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Interim guidance for the detection of novel influenza A virus using rapid influenza diagnostic tests Aug 10, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Interim guidance on specimen collection, processing, and testing for patients with suspected novel influenza A (H1N1) virus infection. May 13, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Interim guidance for use of 23-valent pneumonococcal polysaccharide vaccine during novel influenza A (H1N1) outbreak. Oct 26, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Interim public health guidance for the use of facemasks and respirators in non-occupational community settings during an influenza pandemic. Released May 3, 2007 [Full text]
CDC. Interim recommendations for clinical use of influenza diagnostic tests during the 2009-10 influenza season. Sep 29, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Interim recommendations for facemask and respirator use to reduce 2009 influenza A (H1N1) virus transmission. Sep 24, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Interim recommendations for infection control in health-care facilities caring for patients with known or suspected avian influenza [Webpage]
CDC. Interim results: influenza A (H1N1) 2009 monovalent and seasonal influenza vaccination coverage among health-care personnel--United States, August 2009-January 2010. MMWR 2010 Apr 2;59(12):357-62 [Full text]
CDC. Interim results: state-specific influenza A (H1N1) 2009 monovalent vaccination coverage--United States, October 2009-January 2010. MMWR 2010 Apr 2;59(12):363-8 [Full text]
CDC. Interim results: state-specific seasonal influenza vaccination coverage--United States, August 2009-January 2010. MMWR 2010 Apr 30;59(16):477-84 [Full text]
CDC. Investigation and interim recommendations: swine influenza (H1N1). Apr 25, 2009, Health Advisory [Full text - PDF]
CDC. Managing calls and call centers during a large-scale influenza outbreak: implementation tool. July 30, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. New CDC test to detect human infections with the 2009 H1N1 influenza virus authorized for use by FDA. Jun 22, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. Novel H1N1 - creating a safe and healthy workplace. Podcast May 14, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Novel influenza A (H1N1) virus infections among health-care personnel--United States, April-May 2009. MMWR 2009 Jun 19;58(23):641-5 [Full text]
CDC. Novel influenza A (H1N1) virus infections in three pregnant women--United States, April - May 2009. MMWR 2009 May 12;58(Dispatch):1-3 [Full text]
CDC. Oseltamivir-resistant novel influenza A (H1N1) virus infection in two immunosuppressed patients: Seattle Washington, 2009. MMWR 2009 Aug 14;58(Dispatch);1-4 [Full text]
CDC. Oseltamivir-resistant 2009 pandemic influenza A (H1N1) virus infection in two summer campers receiving prophylaxis--North Carolina, 2009. MMWR 2009 Sep 11;58(35):969-72 [Full text]
CDC. Outbreak of swine-origin influenza A (H1N1) virus infection - Mexico, March - April 2009. MMWR 2009 Apr 30;58(Dispatch):1-3 [Full text]
CDC. Pandemic influenza: progress made and challenges ahead. Jan 24, 2007, statement by Director Julie L. Gerberding, MD, MPH, before US Senate subcommittee [Full text]
CDC. Performance of rapid influenza diagnostic tests during two school outbreaks of 2009 pandemic influenza A (H1N1) virus infection--Connecticut, 2009. MMWR 2009 Sep 25;58(37):1029-32 [Full text]
CDC. Plan now to be ready for the next flu pandemic. Aug 2008 fact sheet [Full text]
CDC. Planning guide for vaccinating pediatric patients against 2009 H1N1 influenza in primary healthcare settings. Nov 3, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Post-mortem care and safe autopsy procedures for novel H1N1 influenza. May 28, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Preliminary results: surveillance for Guillain-Barre syndrome after receipt of influenza A H1N1 monovalent vaccine—United States, 2009-2010. MMWR 2010 Jun 2;59:1-5 [Full text]
CDC. Preparing for the flu: a communication toolkit for schools (grades K-12). Mar 24, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. Psychological and social support for essential service workers during an influenza pandemic. Apr 30, 2009 [Full text - PDF]
CDC. Public health preparedness: strengthening CDC's emergency response. Jan 16, 2009 [Link to full text]
CDC. Public health preparedness: strengthening the nation's emergency response state by state. Sep 21, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. Questions and answers about updating guidance on infection control measures for influenza in healthcare settings. Jul 15, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. Q & A: Vaccine against 2009 H1N1 influenza virus. July 20, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Questions and answers about updating guidance on infection control measures for influenza in healthcare settings. Jul 15, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. Questions & answers: antiviral drugs, 2009-2010 flue season. Nov 17, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Recommendations for use of antiviral medications for the management of influenza in children and adolescent for the 2009-2010 season: pediatric supplement for health care providers. Dec 24, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Recommended influenza vaccines for the U.S. 2010-11 season. Aug 9, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. Recommendations for early empiric antiviral treatment in persons with suspected influenza who are at increased risk of developing severe disease. CDC Health Alert Network (HAN) info service message. Oct 19, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. School dismissal monitoring system. Apr 9, 2010 [Full text - links to downloadable forms]
CDC. Seasonal flu information for businesses & employees. Oct 7, 2010 [Web page]
CDC. Serum cross-reactive antibody response to a novel influenza A (H1N1) virus after vaccination with seasonal influenza vaccine. MMWR 2009 May 22;58(19):521-4 [Full text]
CDC. Social distancing law assessment template. 2008 [Full text]
CDC. Surveillance for the 2009 pandemic influenza A (H1N1) virus and seasonal influenza viruses--New Zealand, 2009. MMWR 2009 Aug 28;58(33):918-21 [Full text]
CDC. Swine-origin influenza A (H1N1) virus infections in a school--New York City, April 2009. MMWR 2009 Apr 30;58(Dispatch):1-3 [Full text]
CDC. Swine influenza A (H1N1) infection in two children - Southern California, March - April 2009. MMWR 2009 Apr 21;58(Dispatch):1-3 [Full text]
CDC. Summary influenza antiviral treatment recommendations for 2010-2011. Nov 9, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. Surveillance for pediatric deaths associated with 2009 pandemic influenza A (H1N1) virus infection--United States, April-August 2009. MMWR 2009 Sep 4;58(34):941-7 [Full text]
CDC. Technical report for state and local public health officials and child care and early childhood providers on CDC guidance on helping child care and early childhood programs respond to influenza during the 2009-2010 influenza season. Feb 22, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. The 2009 H1N1 pandemic: summary highlights, April 2009- April 2010. Jun 16, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. The next flu pandemic: what to expect. Aug 2008 fact sheet [Full text]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 influenza shots and pregnant women: questions and answers for patients. Dec 22, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 H1N1 vaccination campaign planning checklist. Aug 31, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 influenza (H1N1) monovalent vaccine: vaccine provider agreement Q & A. Oct 27, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. 2009 pandemic influenza A (H1N1) virus infections--Chicago, Illinois, April-July 2009. MMWR 2009 Aug 28;58(33):913-8 [Full text]
CDC. Updated CDC estimates of 2009 H1N1 influenza hospitalizations and deaths in the United States April 2009 – March 2010. May 14, 2010. [Full text]
CDC. Update: drug susceptibility of swine-origin influenza A (H1N1) viruses, April 2009. MMWR 2009 Apr 28;58(Dispatch):1-3 [Full text]
CDC. Update: infections with a swine-origin influenza A (H1N1) virus--United States and other countries, April 28, 2009. MMWR 2009 Apr 28;58(Dispatch):1-3 [Full text]
CDC. Update on influenza A(H5N1) and SARS: Interim recommendations for enhanced U.S. surveillance, testing, and infection controls [Full text]
CDC. Update: influenza activity--United States, April-August 2009. MMWR 2009 Sep 10;58(Early release):1-4 [Full text]
CDC. Update: influenza activity--United States, August 30, 2009-January 9, 2010. MMWR 2010 Jan 22;59(2):38-43 [Full text]
CDC. Updated interim recommendations - HIV-infected adults and adolescents: considerations for clinicians regarding 2009 H1N1 influenza Oct 21, 2009 [Full text]
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. Dec 29, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Updated interim recommendations for the use of antiviral medications in the treatment and prevention of influenza for the 2009-2010 season. Dec 7, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Updated: Monitoring influenza activity, including 2009 H1N1 questions and answers. May 28, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. Update: novel influenza A (H1N1) virus infection--Mexico, March-May, 2009. MMWR 2009 Jun 5;58(21):585-9 [Full text]
CDC. Update: novel influenza A (H1N1) virus infections--worldwide, May 6, 2009. MMWR 2009 May 8;58(17):453-8 [Full text]
CDC. Update: swine influenza A (H1N1) infections--California and Texas, April 2009. MMWR 2009 Apr 24;58(Dispatch);1-3 [Full text]
CDC. Updated: Q & A: vaccine against 2009 H1N1 influenza virus. Oct 16, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Use of influenza A (H1N1) 2009 monovalent vaccine: recommendations of the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), 2009. MMWR Aug 21;58(Early release):1-8 [Full text]
CDC. Vaccine allocation and distribution Q & A. Nov 3, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. Vaccine information sheet: 2009 H1N1 influenza live, attenuated vaccine [Full text - PDF]
CDC. Vaccine information sheet: 2009 H1N1 influenza inactivated vaccine [Full text - PDF]
CDC. Vaccine Selection for the 2010-2011 influenza season (Q&A). Oct 1, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. What adults with HIV infection should know about 2009 H1N1 flu (formerly called swine flu). Jan 22, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. What should pregnant women know about 2009 H1N1 (swine flu). Oct 19, 2009 [Full text]
CDC. What to do if you get sick: 2009 H1N1 and seasonal flu. Jan 10, 2010 [Full text]
CDC. What you should know about using facemasks and respirators during a flu pandemic. Released May 3, 2007 [Full text]
CRS
CRS (Congressional Research Service). Pandemic influenza: an analysis of state preparedness and response plans. Released Sep 24, 2007 [Full text]
CRS (Congressional Research Service). Potential farm sector effects of 2009 H1N1 'swine flu': questions and answers. Posted Jun 17, 2009 (but dated May 20) [Full text – PDF]
CRS (Congressional Research Service). The 2009 influenza A(H1N1) outbreak: selected legal issues. Posted Jun 16, 2009 (but dated May 6) [Full text - PDF]
CRS (Congressional Research Service). The 2009 influenza A(H1N1) 'swine flu' outbreak: US response to global human cases. Posted Jun 17, 2009 (but dated May 26) [Full text - PDF]
CRS (Congressional Research Service). The 2009 influenza pandemic: an overview. First published Apr 30, 2009; updated regularly [Full text]
CRS (Congressional Research Service). Would an influenza pandemic qualify as a major disaster under the Stafford Act? Posted Jan 19, 2010 (but dated Dec 15) [Full text]
Kapp L, Jansen DJ. The role of the Department of Defense during a flu epidemic. CRS Report for Congress 7-5700 2009 (released Jun 22, but dated Jun 4) [Full text - PDF]
DHS
DHS. Creating a culture of preparedness among schools. Released Oct 30, 2007 [Full text]
DHS. Fact sheet: creating a culture of preparedness among schools. Released Oct 30, 2007 [Full text]
DHS. Federal preparedness report. Jan 13, 2009 [Full text - PDF]
DHS. National infrastructure protection plan. Released Jun 30, 2006 [Links to full text & executive summary]
DHS. National Infrastructure Protection Program sector-specific plans: US critical infrastructure sectors formalize risk-reduction roadmaps. [Full text]
DHS. Secretary Michael Chertoff (actual plans available by request). Released May 21, 2007 [Information page]
DHS. National preparedness guidelines. Released Sep 13, 2007 [Full text]
DHS. Nationwide plan review phase 2 report. Jun 16, 2006 [Full text]
DHS. National Response Framework. Released Jan 22, 2008 (replaces National Response Plan from 2005) [Full text - PDF]
DHS. Planning for 2009 H1N1 influenza: a preparedness guide for small business. Sep 14, 2009 [Full text]
DHS. Secretary Napolitano announces nearly $790 million in critical infrastructure and preparedness grants. May 13, 2010 press release. [Full text]
DHS. Secretary Napolitano announces new standards for private sector preparedness. Press release. Jun 15, 2010. [Full text]
DHS. Strategy to enhance international supply chain security. Released Jul 2007 [Full text]
DOD
DOD. Civilian human capital guide for pandemic planning. Sep 2007 [Full text - PDF]
DoD. Department of Defense implementation plan for pandemic influenza. Released May 9, 2007 [Full text]
DOD. Evacuation payments during a pandemic health crisis. Memorandum. Aug 15, 2007 [Full text - PDF]
DOD. Pandemic influenza: clinical and public health guidelines for the military health system. May 17, 2007 [Full text - PDF]
DOS
US Department of State. Fact sheet: 2009-H1N1, pandemic influenza, and H5N1. Updated Mar 9, 2010 [Full text]
DOT
DOT (US Department of Transportation). National aviation resource manual for quarantinable diseases. Released Jan 25, 2007 [Full text]
DOT (US Department of Transportation). Sub-sector pandemic influenza planning guidelines (for aviation, highway and motor carrier, maritime, mass transit, and railroad sub-sectors). Released Apr 1, 2008, as annexes to DHS preparedness guidelines [Web site, with links to PDFs]
EEOC
EEOC. Pandemic preparedness in the workplace and the Americans with disabilities act. Oct 5, 2009 [Full text]
FDA
FDA. Dear Health Care Professionals: 2009 H1N1 flu virus. (Letter) (published online May 7) [Full text]
FDA. FDA approves first U.S. vaccine for humans against the avian influenza virus H5N1. Apr 17, 2007, press release [Full text]
FDA. FDA authorizes emergency use of influenza medicines, diagnostic test in response to swine flu outbreak in humans. Apr 27, 2009 [News release]
FDA. FDA clears first respirators for use in public health medical emergencies. May 8, 2007, news release [Full text]
FDA. FDA update on the H1N1 flu vaccine and antiviral medications. [Full text - PDF]
FDA. Guidance for industry: clinical data needed to support the licensure of pandemic influenza vaccines. May 31, 2007 [Full text]
FDA. Influenza A (H1N1) 2009 monovalent vaccines questions and answers. Sep 15, 2009 [Full text]
FDA. Questions and answers on the 2009 H1N1 flu virus and the food industry. (published online May 7) [Full text]
FDA. Stockpiled antivirals at or nearing expiration. Oct 14, 2009. [Web page]
FEMA
FEMA. Comprehensive preparedness guide 301: for special needs populations. Interim. Aug 15, 2008 [Full text]
FEMA. Pandemic influenza continuity of operations (COOP) annex template instructions. 2006 [Full text - PDF]
FEMA. Purpose of standard checklist criteria for business recovery [Full text]
GAO
GAO (US Government Accountability Office). Emergency management: observations on DHS's preparedness for catastrophic disasters. Testimony before the Subcommittee on Management, Investigations, and Oversight, House Committee on Homeland Security. GAO-08-868T. Jun 11, 2008 [Full text - PDF]
GAO (US Government Accountability Office). Emergency preparedness: states are planning for medical surge, but could benefit from shared guidance for allocating scarce medical resources. GAO-08-668. Released Jul 14, 2008 (but dated Jun 2008) [Full text - PDF]
GAO (US Government Accountability Office). Financial market preparedness: significant progress has been made, but pandemic planning and other challenges remain. Report released May 1, 2007 [Full text - PDF]
GAO (US Government Accountability Office). Homeland Security: observations on DHS and FEMA efforts to prepare for and respond to major and catastrophic disasters and address related recommendations and legislation. GAO-07-1142T. Jul 31, 2007 [Full text - PDF]
GAO (US Government Accountability Office). Influenza pandemic: continued focus on the nation's planning and preparedness efforts remains essential. Jun 3, 2009 [Full text - PDF]
GAO (US Government Accountability Office). Influenza pandemic: DOD combatant commands' preparedness efforts could benefit from more clearly defined roles, resources, and risk mitigation. GAO-07-696. Jul 20, 2007 [Full text - PDF]
GAO (US Government Accountability Office). Influenza pandemic: efforts to forestall onset are under way; identifying countries at greatest risk entails challenges. Released Jun 20, 2007 [Full text - PDF]
GAO (US Government Accountability Office). Influenza pandemic: efforts under way to address constraints on using antivirals and vaccines to forestall a pandemic. GAO-08-92. Released Jan 22, 2008 (but dated Dec 21, 2007) [Full text - PDF]
GAO (US Government Accountability Office). Influenza pandemic: federal executive boards' ability to contribute to pandemic preparedness. Senate testimony Sep 28, 2007 [Full text - PDF]
GAO (Government Accountability Office). Influenza pandemic: federal agencies should continue to assist states to address gaps in pandemic planning. GAO-08-539. Jun 2008 [Full text - PDF]
GAO (US Government Accountability Office). Influenza pandemic: further efforts are needed to ensure clearer federal leadership roles and an effective national strategy. GAO-07-781. August 14, 2007 [Full text - PDF]
GAO (US Government Accountability Office). Influenza pandemic: gaps in pandemic planning and preparedness need to be addressed. GAO 09-909T. July 29, 2009 [Full text - PDF]
GAO (US Government Accountability Office). Influenza pandemic: HHS needs to continue its actions and finalize guidance for pharmaceutical interventions. GAO-08-671. Sep 30, 2008 [Full text - PDF]
GAO (US Government Accountability Office). Influenza pandemic: increased agency accountability could help protect federal employees serving the public in the event of a pandemic. GAO 09-404. Released Jun 16, 2009 (but dated Jun 12) [Full text]
GAO (US Government Accountability Office). Influenza pandemic: key securities market participants are making progress, but agencies could do more to address potential Internet congestion and encourage readiness. GAO-10-8. Oct 26, 2009 [Full text]
GAO (US Government Accountability Office). Influenza pandemic: opportunities exist to address critical infrastructure protection challenges that require federal and private sector coordination. GAO-08-36. Released Oct 31, 2007 [Full text - PDF]
GAO (US Government Accountability Office). Influenza pandemic: opportunities exist to clarify federal leadership roles and improve pandemic planning. Testimony before the Subcommittee on Emerging Threats, Cybersecurity, and Science and Technology, House Committee on Homeland Security. GAO-07-1257T. September 26, 2007 [Full text - PDF]
GAO. Influenza pandemic: monitoring and assessing the status of the National Pnadmeic Implementation Plan needs improvement. Report to the Chairman, Committee on Homeland Security, House of Representatives. November 2009. [Full text – PDF]
GAO (US Government Accountability Office). Influenza pandemic: sustaining focus on the nation's planning and preparedness efforts. GAO-09-334. Released Mar 6, 2009 (but dated Feb 26) [Full text – PDF]
GAO (US Government Accountability Office). Influenza vaccine: issues related to production, distribution, and public health messages. GAO-08-27. Released Nov 16, 2007 (but dated Oct 31) [Full text]
GAO. Key securities market participants are making progress, but agencies could do more to address potential Internet congestion and encourage readiness. October 2009. Report to Congressional requestors. [Full text – PDF]
GAO (US Government Accountability Office). National disaster response: FEMA should take action to improve capacity and coordination between government and voluntary sector. Feb 2008 [Full text - PDF]
HHS
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HHS. Assessment of states' operating plans to combat pandemic influenza. Released Jan 15, 2009 [Full text]
HHS. Biennial implementation plan for the National Security Strategy [Full text - PDF]
HHS. Considerations for antiviral drug stockpiling by employers in preparation for an influenza pandemic. Dec 15, 2008 [Full text - PDF]
HHS. Control of pandemic flu virus on environmental surfaces in homes and public places. Fact sheet released May 28, 2008 [Full text]
HHS. Guidance on antiviral drug use during an influenza pandemic. Dec 15, 2008 [Full text - PDF]
HHS. Flu essentials: what you need to know (10 fact sheets) [Full text]
HHS. H1N1 flu: a guide for community and faith-based organizations. Sep 24, 2009 [Full text]
HHS. HIPAA privacy rule: disclosures for emergency preparedness - a decision tool. Released Jul 5, 2006 [Full text]
HHS. Home health care during an influenza pandemic: issues and resources. AHRQ Publication No. 08-0018. Released Jul 8, 2008 [Full text - PDF]
HHS. Influenza pandemics: how they start, how they spread, and their potential impact. National Vaccine Program Office [Webpage]
HHS. Interim guidance for cargo trucking crews for the prevention of pandemic influenza. Mar 23, 2009 [Full text]
HHS. Interim guidance on cleaning transit vehicles and facilities during a pandemic. Mar 11, 2009 [Full text of a number of documents]
HHS. Interim guidance on planning for the use of surgical masks and respirators in health care settings during an influenza pandemic. Oct 17, 2006 [Full text]
HHS. Interim guidance on the use and purchase of facemasks and respirators by individuals and families for pandemic influenza preparedness. May 28, 2008 [Full text]
HHS. Obama Administration calls on nation to begin planning and preparing for fall flu season & the new H1N1 virus. Jul 9, 2009, press release [Full text]
HHS. Pandemic and All-Hazards Preparedness Act progress report. Released Oct 31, 2007 [Full text]
HHS. Pandemic influenza implementation plan. Released Dec 18, 2006 [Full text]
HHS. Pandemic influenza plan. Released Nov 2, 2005 [Links to overview and full text]
HHS. Pandemic influenza planning: a guide for individuals and families. Jan 2006 [Full text]
HHS. Pandemic planning update: a report from Secretary Michael O. Leavitt. Mar 13, 2006 [Full text]
HHS. Pandemic planning update II. A report from Secretary Michael O. Leavitt. Jun 29, 2006 [Full text]
HHS. Pandemic planning update III: a report from Secretary Michael O. Leavitt. Nov 13, 2006 [Full text]
HHS. Pandemic planning update IV: a report from Secretary Michael O. Leavitt. Jul 18, 2007 [Full text]
HHS. Pandemic update V: a report from Secretary Michael O. Leavitt. Mar 17, 2008 [Full text]
HHS. Pandemic planning update VI: a report from Secretary Michael O. Leavitt. Jan 8, 2009 [Full text]
HHS. Proposed considerations for antiviral drug stockpiling by employers in preparation for an influenza pandemic. May 28, 2008 [Full text]
HHS. Public health emergency preparedness: transforming America's capacity to respond. Sep 11, 2003 [Full text]
HHS. Tabletop exercises for pandemic influenza preparedness in local public health agencies. Dec 5, 2006 [Full text]
HHS. Transcript of press briefing on the US government's HHS Pandemic Influenza Plan. Nov 2, 2005 [Full text]
HHS Office of Inspector General. Local pandemic influenza preparedness: vaccine and antiviral drug distribution and dispensing. Sep 21, 2009 [Full text]
HHS Office of Inspector General. State and local pandemic influenza preparedness: medical surge. Sep 21, 2009 [Full text]
Multiple Agencies
CDC/DHS. Guidance for businesses and employers to plan and respond to the 2009-2010 influenza season. Feb 22, 2010 [Full text]
CDC/DHS. Preparing for the flu: a communication toolkit for businesses and employers. Mar 24, 2010 [Full text]
Christian MD, Devereaux AV, Dichter JR, et al. Definitive care for the critically ill during a disaster: current capabilities and limitations - from the Task Force for Mass Critical Care Summit, January 26-27, 2007. Chest 2008 May;133(5 suppl):S8-17 [Full text]
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FDA/CDC. FDA and CDC information on potential "spot shortages" of supplies for treating and preventing novel influenza A (H1N1). May 4, 2009, news release [Full text]
HHS/DHS. Guidance on allocating and targeting pandemic influenza vaccine. Jul 23, 2008 [Full text - PDF]
Oak Ridge Institute for Science and Education. Coordinating pediatric care during and influenza pandemic: hospital workbook. Prepared for theUS Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.Version 1, January 2010. [Full text – PDF]
Rubinson L, Hick JL, Hanfling DG, et al. Definitive care for the critically ill during a disaster: a framework for optimizing critical care surge capacity - from the Task Force for Mass Critical Care Summit, January 26-27, 2007. Chest 2008 May;133(5 suppl):S18-31 [Full text]
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President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology. Report to the President on U.S. preparations for 2009-H1N1 influenza. Aug 24, 2009 [Full text]
US government. Federal guidance to assist states in improving state-level pandemic influenza operating plans. Mar 11, 2008 [Full text]
White House Homeland Security Council. National strategy for pandemic influenza implementation plan: two year summary. Released Oct 17, 2008 [Full text]
White House Homeland Security Council. National strategy for pandemic influenza implementation plan: three year summary. [Full text]
NGA
National Governors Association Center for Best Practices. Preparing for a pandemic influenza: a primer for governors and senior state officials. Released Jul 18, 2006 [Full text - PDF]
National Governors Association Center for Best Practices. Pandemic preparedness in the states: an assessment of progress and opportunity. Sep 15, 2008 [Full text - PDF]
National Governors Association Center for Best Practices. Sustaining the state workforce: strategies for effective pandemic planning. Released Feb 19, 2009 [Full text - PDF]
NIOSH
NIOSH (National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health). Protecting poultry workers from avian influenza (bird flu). Released Feb 20, 2008 [Full text]
OSHA
OSHA. Frequently asked questions on pandemic influenza preparedness and response guidance for healthcare workers and healthcare employers. [Web page]
This document provides general information regarding OSHA's Pandemic Influenza Preparedness and Response Guidance for Healthcare Workers and Healthcare Employers (OSHA Publication 3328) and links to additional resources. Page numbers are given for sections of the longer document that address the question asked.
OSHA. Guidance on preparing workplaces for an influenza pandemic. Released Feb 6, 2007 [Full text]
OSHA. Healthcare Workers Classified as Very High or High Exposure Risk for Pandemic Influenza. Fact Sheet [English full text – PDF] [Spanish full text – PDF]
OSHA. How to Protect Yourself in the Workplace during a Pandemic. QuickCard [English full text - PDF] [Spanish full text - PDF]
OSHA. OSHA statement re: H1N1-related inspections. Oct 14, 2009 [News release]
OSHA. Pandemic influenza preparedness and response guidance for healthcare workers and healthcare employers. Released May 21, 2007 [Full text - PDF]
OSHA. Proposed guidance on workplace stockpiling of respirators and facemasks for pandemic influenza. Released May 13, 2008 [Full text - PDF]
OSHA. Respiratory Infection Control: Respirators Versus Surgical Masks. Fact Sheet [English full text – PDF] [Spanish full text – PDF]
OSHA. Respiratory Protection. QuickCard [English full text – PDF] [Spanish full text – PDF]
OSHA. What Employers Can Do to Protect Workers from Pandemic Influenza. Fact Sheet [English full text – PDF] [Spanish full text – PDF]
OPM
US Office of Personnel Management. Accomplishing work during a pandemic health crisis. Jul 7, 2006 [Full text]
US Office of Personnel Management. Human capital management policy for a pandemic influenza: guidance on human capital management index and quick reference guide. Jul 7, 2006 [Full text]
PCAST: Presidents Council of Advisors on Science and Technology
President's Council of Advisors on Science and Technology. Report to the president on reengineering the influenza vaccine production enterprise to meet the challenges of pandemic influenza. Aug 2010 [Full text]
USDA
USDA/APHIS. Agricultural Bioterrorism Protection Act of 2002: Possession, use, and transfer of biological agents and toxins. Final Rule 7 CFR Part 331 and 9 CFR Part 121. Fed Reg 2005 Mar 18;70(52):13242-92 [Full text - PDF]
USDA. Frequently asked questions about H1N1. [Full text]
USDA/APHIS. Questions and answers on the Agricultural Bioterrorism Protection Act of 2002: Possession, use, and transfer of select agents and toxins. APHIS factsheet. Aug 2005 [Full text]
USHR
US House of Representatives Committee on Homeland Security. Getting beyond getting ready for pandemic influenza. Released Jan 14, 2009 [Full text - PDF]
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