Novel H1N1 Influenza: Resources for Clinicians
This page is designed to give clinicians access to the latest guidelines and information on the evolving novel H1N1 influenza investigation.
Guidance for Patient Management
- Identifying and Caring For Patients
- Specimen Collection, Processing, and Testing for Suspected Infection
- Screening in Regions with Few or no Reported Cases
- Infection Control In a Healthcare Setting
- Facemask and Respirator Use for Home Community and Occupational Settings
- Messages for Pediatricians' Offices and Clinics Caring for Children
This 3.5-minute English message can be used by health care providers to deliver information to their patient's families when they call the office. Includes basic novel H1N1 influenza information, when to seek emergency care, keeping your child healthy, and where to seek additional information.
Guidance for Specific Settings
- 10 Actions Steps for Medical Offices and Outpatient Facilities
- Guidance for Correctional and Detention Facilities
- EMS and 9-1-1 Personnel: Managing Confirmed or Suspected Infections
- Post-mortem Care and Safe Autopsy Procedures for Novel H1N1 Influenza
Guidance for Specific Populations
- HIV-Infected Adults and Adolescents
- Pregnant Women
- Young Children
- Hemodialysis Patients
- Patients With Cardiovascular Disease
- Past Situation Updates
Treatment Guidance
- Antiviral Recommendations
- Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) of Medical Products
- Interim guidance for use of 23-valent pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine during novel influenza A (H1N1) outbreak June 9
Vaccine Resources
Additional Resources for Clinicians
- CDC Conference Calls for Clinicians
Hosted by CDC’s Clinician Outreach and Communication Activity (COCA) - CDC Clinical Reminders
Posted by CDC’s Clinician Outreach and Communication Activity (COCA) - Clinical Data Collection Forms and Templates
- Previous Conference Calls
Patient Information and Education
- Caring for a Sick Person in Your Home
- Interim Guidance for People With Heart Disease, Stroke, or Cardiovascular Disease
- Home Care Guidance: Physician Directions to Patient/Parent
Laboratories
Training
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