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Federal Planning & Response Activities

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Overview

The National Strategy for Pandemic Influenza, issued by President Bush November 1, 2005, guides our nation's preparedness and response to an influenza pandemic, with the intent of (1) stopping, slowing or otherwise limiting the spread of a pandemic to the United States; (2) limiting the domestic spread of a pandemic, and mitigating disease, suffering and death; and (3) sustaining infrastructure and mitigating impact to the economy and the functioning of society. The Strategy charges the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services with leading the federal pandemic preparedness.

The Implementation Plan for the National Strategy, released by the President on May 3, 2006, translates the Strategy into more than 300 actions for Federal departments and agencies and sets clear expectations for State and local governments and other non-Federal entities. It also provides guidance for all Federal departments and agencies on the development of their own plans.

  National Strategy


  • Outlines responsibilities that individuals, industry, state and local governments, and the federal government have for preparing and responding to a pandemic
  • Implementation Plan Two Year Summary
    The Two Year Summary reports on the progress of Federal Departments and Agencies in implementing the National Strategy for Pandemic Influenza Implementation Plan (Implementation Plan), along with responses from departments and agencies.

  • The One Year Summary reports on the progress of Federal Departments and Agencies in implementing the National Strategy for Pandemic Influenza Implementation Plan (National Plan). Approximately two-thirds of the 324 actions in the National Plan were targetd for completion within one year of the National Plan’s release. Of the one year actions, nearly 90 percent have been completed.
  • Vaccine Prioritization (HHS & DHS)
    Draft plan determines which groups and individuals are vaccinated first in the event of a flu pandemic to reduce impact on health and minimize disruption to society and the economy.
  • Implementation Plan Fact Sheet [En Español] (The White House)
    Provides brief overview of the 234-page plan

    • The Implementation Plan identifies the critical steps that must be taken immediately and over the coming months and years to address the threat of an influenza pandemic. It assigns specific responsibilities to Departments and Agencies across the Federal Government, and includes measures of progress and timelines for implementation. It also provides initial guidance for State, local, and tribal entities, businesses, schools and universities, communities, and Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs), on the development of their institutional plans and provides initial guidance for individuals and families on ways that they can prepare for a pandemic.
    • Press Briefing by Scott McClellan and Homeland Security Advisor Fran Townsend (The White House)
  • Federal Response Stages
    Chart showing the U.S. government response goals, actions, and policy decisions for each stage of a possible influenza pandemic. Charts also shows the World Health Organziation (WHO) Pandemic Phase level for each of the U.S. federal government stages.

Federal Agency Pandemic Planning Implementation Plans

The National Strategy for Pandemic Influenza Implementation Plan contains over three hundred actions for Federal Departments and Agencies, almost all with timelines and measures of progress. The December 2006 Summary of Progress  contains a list of actions due to be completed within 6 months of the release of the National Strategy for Pandemic Influenza Implementation Plan, followed by a summary of progress (in italics) prepared by the relevant Department(s) and Agency(ies) for this report.  The assessment is indicated directly after the action number.  Note: The Summary refers to chapters four through nine because they contain action items; chapters one, two and three do not.

Individual Department and Agency Reports (as available):

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  U.S. Department of Health & Human Services Activities

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  Other Federal Agency Activities

  • Avian Influenza (U.S. Department of State)

    Provides overview of State Department actions

  • This fact sheet outlines United States actions to support avian influenza preparedness efforts in at least 53 countries, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the World Organization for Animal Health (OIE), and other international and in-country partners.
  • Avian Influenza Response (U.S. Agency for International Development)

    Gives information on assistance provided to affected countries
  • Pandemic Planning Report (U.S. Department of Agriculture)

    This report provides information on the progress of domestic and international monitoring of birds for H5N1 and preparation for the possibility of H5N1 in birds reaching the United States.
  • Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) (U.S. Department of Agriculture)

    Supplies reports of efforts to protect the United States against highly transmissible forms of avian influenza, via trade restrictions, monitoring, and other actions
  •  [PDF en Español - 228KB]
    Describes two types of bird flu and how the USDA is working with agencies nationally and internationally to watch for bird flu.
  • Avian Influenza (U.S. Department of Agriculture)

    Provides access to online resources on avian influenza including reports, fact sheets, and a RSS feed created from various news sources
  • Avian Flu (U.S. Environmental Protection Agency)

    Provides an overview of Environmental Protection Agency's actions.
  • Avian Influenza (U.S.G.S. National Wildlife Health Center)

    Provides information on avian influenza in migratory birds and the Department of the Interior plans to protect the health of employees and the 450 million people who visit Department-managed lands each year.
  • Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for an Influenza Pandemic  (PDF - 313 KB) (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)

    Provides guidance and recommendations on infection control in the workplace, including information on potential proper mask and respirator use.
  • Emergency Planning: Pandemic (U.S. Department of Education)

    Provides tools to assist with disseminating health information, planning for staff and student absences, and maintaining a learning environment during a Pandemic.
  • Pandemic Influenza Preparedness, Response, and Recovery Guide for Critical Infrastructure and Key Resources (PDF) (3.91MB) (U.S. Department of Homeland Security)
    Provides contingency planning process for a pandemic. Also provides business planners with sector-specific and common pandemic information planning variables keyed to escalating disaster phases.
  • National Response Plan (U.S. Department of Homeland Security)

    Contains a comprehensive all-hazards approach to enhance the ability of the United States to manage domestic incidents. Forms the basis of how the federal government coordinates with state, local, and tribal governments and the private sector during incidents.
  • Pandemic Influenza Watchboard (U.S. Department of Defense)

    Provides information about avian flu, including recent outbreaks, Department of Defense involvement in dealing with avian flu, and how it could affect service member and civilian health.
  • Pandemic Flu (U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs)

    Lists VA resources on pandemic flu
  • Pandemic Flu Planning Resources (U.S. Department of Homeland Security)

    Provides planning resources to assist first responders in preparing for a national flu pandemic.

  • View a web site showing current information about wild bird sampling for early detection of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in the United States
  • EMS Pandemic Influenza Guidelines for Statewide Adoption (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration)
    Plans and procedures that define the role of emergency medical services (EMS) in preparing for, mitigating and responding to pandemic influenza.
  • Recommendations for Protocol Development for 9-1-1 Personnel (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration)
    Guidance for state and local EMS and 9-1-1 agencies developing pandemic influenza plans and operational protocols.

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