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H1N1: Guidance for Infection Control for in Health Care Settings (2.4.10)

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This joint document serves to update the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) recommendations of August 20, 2009, for infection control for 2009 H1N1 influenza in health care settings based on the revised Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) “Interim Guidance on Infection Control Measures for 2009
H1N1 Influenza in Healthcare Settings, Including Protection of Healthcare Personnel,” issued October 14, 2009.

            

H1N1: Infection Control Guidance For Hospitalized Patients (2.4.10)

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Revision History: Supersedes “Pandemic (H1N1) 2009 Influenza Infection Control Recommendations For
Hospitalized Patients. (8/20/09)”

Originating programs: Healthcare Associated Infections Program, Center for Health Care Quality, and
Division of Communicable Disease Control, Center for Infectious Diseases

                      

H1N1: Case Definitions for Infection Control (2-4-10)

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CDPH is revising the 2009 H1N1 influenza infection control suspect case definition. This revision reflects the current decreased prevalence of 2009 H1N1 influenza relative to other respiratory pathogens that produce a clinical illness similar to that of both 2009 H1N1 and seasonal influenza

                                               

Mask and Respirator Use and Guidance

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This "Respirator Safety" video shows how to correctly identify and use surgical masks and respirators, such as N95s. The video shows the differences between respirators and surgical masks and explains the particular uses for each. The video also reviews prevention for worker exposure to infectious diseases.

Attention: Infection Preventionists, Laboratory Personnel and Others

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Recently, questions about reporting of seasonal influenza cases have been raised and this document clarifies what is reportable.

This document provides guidance for the reporting of 2009 H1N1 and seasonal influenza cases, vaccine adverse events, and outbreaks to CDPH. Information from previous CDPH documents and updates has been consolidated to provide one document that contains the most recent reporting guidelines and links to the necessary reporting forms.

PLEASE NOTE: Hospitalized and Fatal Seasonal Influenza Reporting requirements in the document. While most of the document addresses reporting for H1N1 cases and vaccine adverse events (expanded list), the State is also requesting reporting on SEASONAL hospital and fatal cases to the local health department.

Recently, questions about reporting of seasonal influenza cases have been raised and this document clarifies what is reportable.

Updated Interim Recommendations for the Use of Antiviral Medications in the Treatment and Prevention of Influenza

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The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) has reviewed and concurs with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) Updated Interim Recommendations for the Use of Antiviral Medications in the Treatment and Prevention of Influenza for the 2009-2010 Season released on December 7, 2009. These recommendations focus on the use of antiviral medications for the treatment and chemoprophylaxis of influenza.

Approval for Health Care Facility Use of Surge Tents

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Provides guidance for hospitals and other health care facilities and local health departments on regulatory requirements from the State Fire Marshal and the Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development (OSHPD) for tents used to accommodate a surge in demand for health care.


White Paper - ILC Dover Sentinel XTL PAPR Multiple Charger use in Hospital Settings

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Richard V. Whaley, CPDEM, the Emergency Preparedness Planner at Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center has written a white paper on use of ILC Dover Sentinel XTL PAPR Multiple Charger usage in Hospital Settings. The white paper addresses challenges and offers effective solutions for maintaining UL and CSA standards for “Green Dot” hospital grade electrical equipment while deploying ILC Dover Sentinel XTL PAPR in hospital settings.

 

Influenza Triage Algorithm for Adults with Influenza Like Illness

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This algorithm is designed only to assist physicians and those under their supervision in identifying indicators of and responses to symptoms of flu-like illness (i.e. fever with cough or sore throat). It does not provide guidance for other medical advice. Like any printed material it may become out-of-date over time. This guidance is not intended for use by the general public and is not a substitute for sound clinical judgment. Individuals should alsways seek the advice of thier healthcare professional with with any questions they have regarding a medical condition. If you are concerned about your health or the health of someone in your care, call your doctor or the doctor of the person you are caring for. If you think you or someone in your care is severely ill or may have a medical emergency, call 911 immediately. The US Government does not warrant or assume any legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of this algorithm.

  This algorithm was developed in collaboration with Emory University School of Medicine

N95 Distribution for week ending November 20, 2009 (CDPH)

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Local Health Department N95 Respirator Supply Report, provided by California Department of Public Health for the week ending November 20, 2009.

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