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Notes From the Field: Measles Outbreak — Central Ohio, 2022–2023
This report describes a measles outbreak in Central Ohio from October to December 2022. It started with two unvaccinated children and led to 85 confirmed …
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Infection Control Guidance: SARS-CoV-2
This webpage provides guidelines for healthcare workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. It describes who healthcare personnel are and where they work, like hospitals and clinics. …
Extending the Reach of Pediatric Emergency Preparedness: A Virtual Tabletop Exercise Targeting Children’s Needs
2019
· Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),
· University of Minnesota,
· University of Southern California
This study evaluated the effectiveness of a Virtual Tabletop Exercise (VTTX) in improving emergency preparedness for children among pediatricians and public health practitioners. The VTTX, …
Protect Yourself From H5N1 When Working With Farm Animals
This poster explains how to protect yourself from the H5N1 bird flu when working with farm animals. It describes wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) like …
Manage Dengue in Infants
This webpage provides information on treating dengue fever in infants. It covers symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options such as fluid management. The page emphasizes the …
Most Measles Cases in 25 Years: Is This the End of Measles Elimination in the United States?
This webinar is about the rise in measles cases in the U.S., which are at their highest in 25 years. Despite high vaccination rates, many …
The Importance of Seasonal Influenza Vaccination for People with Disabilities During the COVID-19 Pandemic
2021
· Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC),
· Association of University Centers on Disabilities
This commentary article highlights the importance of flu shots for people with disabilities during COVID-19. It describes how people with disabilities are at higher risk …
Current U.S. Bird Flu Situation in Humans
This webpage provides information about the current bird flu situation in humans in the U.S. It describes how bird flu, also known as avian influenza, …
Personal Protective Equipment Recommendations for Response to Chemical Suicide Incidents
This job aid provides safety tips for first responders dealing with chemical suicides. It describes how these incidents involve toxic gases from mixed household chemicals …
Protect Your Child from Measles Infographic
This webpage provides an infographic that physicians can use in their offices to bring awareness to the fact that measles is still common in parts …