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| Q | The WHO has declared Phase 6, making the novel H1N1 virus outbreak a pandemic virus. Do you agree with their decision, and if so, what does that mean for this country? |
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| A | The President and the Administration are actively engaged in preparing for epidemics of H1N1 virus that we anticipate will take place this fall and are developing a nationwide action plan that builds on the efforts and lessons learned from this spring’s initial onset to prepare for the possibility of a worsening fall outbreak of the virus. More >> |
| Q | Is the rumor true that the novel H1N1 flu virus was created in a laboratory and it was accidentally released? |
| A | No, all available evidence to date indicates that this is a naturally occurring flu strain. More >> |
| Q | Is obesity considered an underlying medical condition placing people at higher risk of H1N1-related complications? |
| A | Obesity is not one of the medical conditions that have previously been recognized to place people at greater risk of serious seasonal flu-related complications; however, obesity has been noted as an underlying medical condition in some hospitalized novel H1N1 patients. More >> |
| Q | Do the Emergency Use Authorizations (EUA) for the antiviral drug products Relenza and Tamiflu cover only products in the Strategic National Stockpile (SNS) or do they cover the state and local stockpiles and private sector stockpiles? |
| A | The EUAs for Relenza and Tamiflu are not limited to Tamiflu and Relenza held in the Strategic National Stockpile. More >> |
| Q | Does a physician need a confirmed diagnosis before prescribing Tamiflu? |
| A | Tamiflu is approved for both the treatment and prevention of influenza. More >> |
| Q | How will a decision be made to dismiss schools? |
| A | decision to dismiss students will be made at the community level. More >> |
| Q | How long will schools have to stay dismissed? |
| A | The length of time school should be dismissed will vary depending on how severe the flu is and how many people are sick. More >> |
| Q | How would antivirals be used? |
| A | Antiviral drugs can treat influenza infection, shortening the length of illness and preventing complications. When administered within a certain time frame before or after exposure to the influenza virus, antivirals also can prevent influenza infection in people at risk or who have been in close contact with someone who is ill. More >> |
| Q | Why does the Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for Tamiflu state that it covers Strategic National Stockpile assets and those authorized under SLEP, but the EUA for Relenza does not make the same statement? |
| A | The EUAs for Tamiflu and Relenza cover all Tamiflu and Relenza that is being distributed as part of a government (federal, state or local) emergency response as specified under the EUAs. More >> |
| Q | Should I begin taking antiviral medications such as Tamiflu® if I'm planning a visit to another country known to have any type of flu? |
| A | No, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) specifically states that at this time persons traveling to countries where there are cases of avian or H1N1 (swine) influenza in birds, poultry, swine, or humans do not need to take Tamiflu ® to prevent illness. More >> |
| Q | How many H1N1 (swine) flu viruses are there? |
| A | Like all influenza viruses, swine flu viruses change constantly. More >> |
| Q | Is there a risk of getting the flu from drinking water? |
| A | Tap water that has been treated by conventional disinfection processes does not likely pose a risk for catching influenza viruses. More >> |
| Q | Can H1N1 influenza virus be spread at recreational water venues outside of the water? |
| A | Yes, recreational water venues are no different than any other group setting. More >> |
| Q | Do any pigs or swine in the United States have the H1N1 flu virus that has infected humans? |
| A | There is no evidence at this time that pigs or swine in the United States are infected with this virus H1N1 strain. |
| Q | Should we avoid travel to Mexico? |
| A | At this time, CDC has removed its recommendation that U.S. More >> |
| Q | What is the purpose of exit screening at the border in a pandemic? |
| A | The purpose of exit screening at a border is to prevent or slow global spread of communicable disease of public health importance. More >> |
| Q | What should I do if I am pregnant and I work or attend a K-12 school? |
| A | Pregnant women working in or attending schools should follow the same guidance as the general public about staying home when sick, hand hygiene, respiratory etiquette, and routine cleaning. Pregnant women are at higher risk of complications from flu and should speak with their doctor as soon as possible if they develop a flu-like illness to find out whether they should take antiviral flu medicines. More >> |
| Q | What additional steps should schools and families take to keep students and staff from getting sick in the event that the flu is more severe? |
| A | In addition to the steps that schools should be taking all the time, if flu conditions become more severe, schools and families should consider adding the following steps. More >> |
| Q | What household cleaning should be done to prevent the spread of influenza virus? |
| A | To prevent the spread of influenza virus it is important to keep surfaces (especially bedside tables, surfaces in the bathroom, kitchen counters and toys for children) clean by wiping them down with a household disinfectant according to directions on the product label. |
| Q | May an employer require its employees to wear personal protective equipment (e.g., face masks, gloves, or gowns) designed to reduce the transmission of a pandemic virus? |
| A | Yes, an employer may require employees to wear personal protective equipment. More >> |
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