Avian/Pandemic Flu
Avian and Pandemic Flu Medical Summaries
IDSA has contracted with the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy at the University of Minnesota to provide extensive information on avian influenza and pandemic influenza. These materials contain information on avian influenza in humans and birds, the 2003-2005 outbreak of H5N1 in Asia, treatment, vaccine development, travel recommendations, surveillance, infection control, pandemic preparedness planning and more.
Avian Influenza (Bird Flu): Agricultural and Wildlife Considerations
http://www.cidrap.umn.edu/idsa/infl...acts/avflu.html
Avian Influenza (Bird Flu): Implications for Human Disease
http://www.cidrap.umn.edu/idsa/infl...vflu_human.html
Pandemic Influenza
http://www.cidrap.umn.edu/idsa/infl...cts/panflu.html
IDSA Pandemic Flu Policy and Advocacy
IDSA endorses the Infectious Disease Research and Development Act of 2005 07/05/2005
http://www.idsociety.org/AdminTempl...tentDisplay.cfm
IDSA has endorsed H.R. 3154, The Infectious Diseases Research and Development Act of 2005, a bill sponsored by Congresswoman Barbara Cubin (D-WY). The bill, if enacted, will provide incentives for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies to invest in research and development with respect to antibiotic drugs, antivirals, diagnostic tests, and vaccines that may be used to identify, treat, or prevent a “qualified infectious disease product.”
U.S. Stockpile of Anti-Flu Drugs Is "Totally Inadequate"
http://www.idsociety.org/TemplateRe...ContentID=13012
Pandemic May Catch U.S. Empty-Handed, Says ID Society. IDSA Press Release and Letter.
Pandemic Influenza (PDF) 05/26/05
http://www.idsociety.org/Template.c...ContentID=12854
IDSA's statement by Andrew T. Pavia, MD, concerning pandemic influenza given before the House Committee on Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health
IDSA urges congressional leaders to adopt IDSA remedies to strengthen U.S. preparedness and response efforts against influenza interpandemics and future pandemics 04/11/2005
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IDSA recommended solutions to strengthen and improve U.S. Preparedness and Response efforts against influenza interpandemics and future pandemics. IDSA is working with Congress and other policy leaders to enact these solutions.
Principles For Actions Needed to Prepare the U.S. for Interpandemic/Pandemic Influenza 03/10/2005
http://www.idsociety.org/TemplateRe...ContentID=12429
IDSA recommended solutions to strengthen and improve U.S. Preparedness and Response efforts against influenza interpandemics and future pandemics. IDSA is working with Congress and other policy leaders to enact these solutions.
Recommendations for Strengthening U.S. Preparedness and Response to Pandemic Influenza 11/17/2004
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The Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) recently submitted detailed recommendations to the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) on the agency's Draft Pandemic Influenza Preparedness and Response Plan.
Statement of the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) Concerning “BioShield II: Responding to An Ever-Changing Threat” 10/6/2004
http://www.idsociety.org/Template.c...tentDisplay.cfm
IDSA is working to ensure adequate supplies of vaccines and treatments for infectious diseases.
Other Influenza Resources
CDC Influenza Information
http://www.cdc.gov/flu/
Extensive influenza information from CDC. Includes weekly flu activity updates, patient education flyers, FAQ's, guidelines on who should be vaccinated, information on vaccine distribution, and more.
HIV/AIDS and the Flu
http://www.cdc.gov/flu/protect/hiv-flu.htm
Fact sheet that provides Questions & Answers to guide both the administration of flu shots and antiviral medications in people with HIV/AIDS.
Influenza Information from the Centers for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP)
http://www.cidrap.umn.edu/cidrap/co.../flu/index.html
Includes latest news stories and journal articles
United States Agency for International Development (USAID)
http://www.usaid.gov/our_work/globa..._influenza.html
Information on USAIDs projects and programs aimed at controlling the spread of avain influenza.
American Lung Association Flu Information
http://www.lungusa2.org/findaflushot/about.html
Includes a flu shot clinic locator for those in high risk groups and a sign-up form for a flu e-newsletter.
Association of State and Territorrial Health Officials
http://www.astho.org/index.php?template=influenza_resources.html(ASTHO) Flu Resources
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