1. May 5, 2009 H1N1 Influenza Preparedness Workforce Protection

2. May 5, 2009 H1N1 Influenza (aka Swine Flu)  A viral infection that occurs in pigs  Infected pigs rarely infect humans  “Cocktail” Virus – Swine, Avian & Human Flu  In late March 2009, cases of human infection with H1N1 viruses were 1 st reported in S. California and Texas (swine source unknown)  H1N1 is spreading from person to person 2

3. May 5, 2009 H1N1 Influenza  The spread of H1N1 is similar to the same way seasonal influenza spreads  Coughing  Sneezing  Touching something with flu virus on it & then touching mouth or nose  Infected people may be able to infect others 1 day before symptoms develop and up to symptom resolution. 3

4. May 5, 2009 H1N1 Influenza Symptoms  Fever  Sore Throat  Cough  Body Aches  Headaches  Chills  Fatigue 4

5. May 5, 2009 H1N1 Flu - Pandemic Potential PandemicSeasonalH5N1 (Avian)H1N1 (Swine) New Virus  Person to Person Transmission  Serious Illness & Death +/-  ??? 5

6. May 5, 2009 6 http://www.swine-flu-map-animation.com/ H1N1 Influenza Spread in the US

7. May 5, 2009 Countermeasures Non-Pharmacologic  Isolation & quarantine  Social distancing  Telecommuting  Respiratory protection  Cough & sneeze etiquette  Washing hands frequently Pharmacologic*  Vaccines (Currently, no vaccine for H1N1)  Antiviral drugs (Tamiflu/Relenza) *May have limited impact 8

8. May 5, 2009 Droplet Spread REMEMBER – SOCIAL DISTANCING IS 6 FEET! 9

9. May 5, 2009 Coast Guard Workforce Issues  H1N1 Webcast Series (CG-11)  Recommendations to TRACENs  Influenza Training (Mandatory) Reemphasized  Policy Guidance: -Operating Protocols in H1N1 Environment -Use of Personal Protective Equipment & Fit Testing -Healthcare Worker Assessment & Treatment Guidance -Critical Incident Messing -Child Development Center Guidelines 10

10. Questions? 11