Swine Flu Updates

This document announces a new influenza diagnostic test developed by CDC that was FDA authorized today for use in detecting human infections with the 2009 H1N1 virus. Source: cdc.gov

Proposed updated guidance for seasonal influenza and the Interim Guidance on Infection Control Measures for 2009 H1N1 Influenza in Healthcare Settings, Including Protection of Healthcare Personnel has been published in the Federal Register, along with a Request for Comments. The comment period began on June 22, and will end on July 22. All comments received during the comment period will be considered, following which final guidance will posted on the CDC web site. Source: cdc.gov

This document provides information about the average and median ages of 2009 H1N1-related deaths that occurred in the United States in the spring and fall of 2009. Source: cdc.gov

This document summarizes key events of the 2009 H1N1 pandemic and CDC’s response activities for historical purposes. Source: cdc.gov

Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) June 11, 2010 / 59(22);682-686 Source: cdc.gov

Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) June 2, 2010 / 59(Early Release);1-5 Source: cdc.gov

This report provides an update to the international situation as of May 28, 2010. The World Health Organization (WHO) continues to report updated 2009 H1N1 flu-associated laboratory-confirmed cases and deaths on its Web page. Source: cdc.gov

Rabies: Haiti Pre-decision Brief for Public Health Action Source: cdc.gov

This is the final report of the 2009-2010 season.
During week 20 ( May 16-22, 2010), influenza activity decreased in the U.S. Two (0.2%) specimens tested by U.S. World Health Organization (WHO) and National Respiratory and Enteric Virus Surveillance System (NREVSS) collaborating laboratories and reported to CDC/Influenza Division were positive for influenza. Source: cdc.gov