Novel Influenza
Monvalent H1N1 Immunization COG and
associated documents
Provider Health & Safety Alert
Novel Influenza Advisory #4
October 20, 2009
As the community continues to deal with the presence of the Novel H1N1 Influenza Virus, it is important that all providers within the Austin Travis County EMS system operate with the most current information. As with any emerging disease process, there will be changes and modifications to guidelines and actions as more information regarding the disease becomes available. Providers should remain alert to the potential of additional updates and changes in the future.
To ensure a consistent approach is taken by all providers in their dealing with the myriad issues associated with the Novel H1N1 Influenza, a Provider reference page has been set up on the OMD web site
http://atcomd.org/Novel%20Influenza%2009.htm . The information contained on this page has been prepared by various system content experts in conjunction with national, state, and local authorities.This page includes:
• Non-Pharmaceutical Interventions Including:
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Hand Hygiene
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Novel Influenza Provider PPE Recommendations that includes the use of surgical masks for patients.
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Donning and Doffing of Personal Protective Equipment
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Equipment Cleaning and Disinfection Recommendations
• Information on the current recommendations for Influenza and Pneumococcal Vaccines.
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Information to help providers understand their responsibilities and duties regarding exclusion from and the return to work after experiencing an Influenza Like Illness.
These documents are provided to help providers and their organization stay informed of the latest recommendations and these are subject to change. Please follow the policies and procedures established by your organization.
Should you have questions regarding the contents of the page, please do not hesitate to contact the Office of the Medical Director.
Bill Coll, M Pub. Aff., LP
Program Manager, Infection Preventionist
Office of the Medical Director
City of Austin/Travis County EMS System
Flu Vaccine Guidance
click here
H1N1 Cleaning and Disinfection Recommendations
click here
Hand Hygiene Poster
click here
Novel Influenza Provider PPE Recommendations
click here
PPE On and Off
click here
Returning to work after Flu like illness
click here
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