Novel INFLUENZA A (H1N1) INFORMATIONAL DOCUMENTS

State of Emergency Declared in New York

Hotline for information on H1N1 Influenza Vaccine and Disease:The New York State Department of Health has established a hotline for information on the novel H1N1 influenza vaccine and disease. The hotline is prepared to handle questions from the public and the medical community on H1N1 disease, vaccines, how to obtain vaccine, and the new regulations requiring influenza vaccination in certain health care facilities. To access the hotline, please use 1-800-808-1987.

Information on Vaccine Recall and Safety
Sanofi Pasteur Monovalent 2009 (H1N1) Influenza Vaccine in Pre-Filled Syringes — Shortened Shelf Life of Certain Lots. more
(12/16/2009) Letter of Voluntary Recall of Influenza A (H1N1) 2009 Monovalent Vaccine sent to providers. more
(12/23/2009) CDC Update: MedImmune Monovalent 2009 (H1N1) Influenza Nasal Spray Vaccine- Shortened Shelf Life of Certain Lots. more
(12/16/2009) Sanofi Recall Notice Letter to Providers
(12/15/2009) Non-Safety Related Voluntary Recall of Certain Lots of Sanofi Pasteur H1N1 Pediatric
(0.25 mL, for 6-35 month olds) Vaccine in Pre-Filled Syringes
(12/04/2009) CDC publishes "Safety of Influenza A (H1N1) 2009 Monovalent Vaccine - United States, Oct. 1 -Nov. 24, 2009."
H1N1 Vaccine Information
Ordering & Tracking H1N1 Influenza Vaccine
NYS DOH HEALTH ADVISORY LIST

NYSDOH Health Advisory: 2009 H1N1 Influenza Vaccine May Now Be Given to All New Yorkers

NYSDOH Health Advisory: Update on Influenza Antiviral Medication Issues
NYS DOH Update 10-14-09
NYS DOH H1N1 Advisory 9-14-09
NYS DOH HEALTH ADVISORY UPDATE #3 (4-30-09)
NYS DOH HEALTH ADVISORY UPDATE # 2
NYS DOH HEALTH ADVISORY UPDATE # 1
Second Case of H1N1 Flu Confirmed in MonroeCounty (May 20, 2009)
The Monroe County Department of Public Health Updates
Letter from NYDOH to Providers; to Public
Letter from NYSDOH regarding use of flu vaccine with preservatives.
MCDPH Influenza Update #3
H1N1 Vaccine Pre-registration Provider Letter (Pediatrics)
H1N1 Vaccine Pre-registration Provider Letter (Adult)
Monroe County Department of Public Health 2009 H1N1 Influenza Fall update # 1
Novel H1N1 Update #5
Novel H1N1Update #4
Monroe County Department of Public Health Novel H1N1 Flu Update #3
MONROE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH SWINE-ORIGIN INFLUENZA A (H1N1) UPDATE # 2
Monroe County Department of Public Health HEALTH ADVISORY: SWINE INFLUENZA A (H1N1) INFECTION
RESOURCES
Message from Secretary Sebelius more
H1N1 Flu Presents Employers with Numerous Issues
To Doctors Who Administer Novel Influenza Vaccine to Adults and Office Staff (provided by MSSNY)
Read "Ask the Experts" Q&As about 2009 H1N1 and seasonal influenza vaccination
Vaccine Summitt Letter to Colleagues Pregnancy Fact Sheet English Spanish
Governor David A. Paterson Announces Suspension of Flu Shot Mandate for Health Care Employees Due to Shortage of Vaccine

Mandatory Vaccine For Health Care Workers: The information on who is mandated is in "Effect of Rule" on page 21. 1-800-808-1978 is the phone number to call if you need any further explanation. (entire document)
American Medical Association Flu Help Website
Seasonal & H1N1 Influenza in Pregnancy Tool Kit
H1N1 Influenza in Pregnancy
IDSA Policy on Mandatory Immunization of Health Care Workers against Seasonal and 2009 H1N1 Influenza
FDA Warns of Unapproved and Illegal H1N1 Drug Products Purchased Over the Internet
New York State Department of Health 2009 H1N1 Influenza Planning Checklist for Medical Offices and Clinics October 2009
2009 H1N1 Influenza Vaccine Information from the CDC
2009 H1N1 Influenza Vaccine-What You Should Know (live, attenuated)
2009 H1N1 Influenza Vaccine-What You Should Know (inactivated)
2008-2009 Influenza Season Week 28 ending September 26, 2009 Report
2009 H1N1 Influenza Key Points
Updated Interim Recommendations for the Use of Antiviral Medications in the Treatment and Prevention of Influenza for the 2009-2010 Season
1 Swine Flu Shot Enough for Older Kids
Early Results: In Children, 2009 H1N1 Influenza Vaccine Works Like Seasonal Flu Vaccine
FDA Approves 4 Swine Flu Vaccines
Surveillance for Pediatric Deaths Associated with 2009 Pandemic Influenza A (H1N1) Virus Infection --- United States, April--August 2009
Public Readiness & Emergency Preparedness (PREP) Act Letter

CDC Updates Recommendations for the Amount of Time Persons with Influenza-Like Illness should be Away from Others

CDC Advisors Make Recommendations for Use of Vaccine Against Novel H1N1
H1N1 Exclusion Letter Provisions for Exams
CDC Key Points May 12,2009
Use of Rapid Influenza Diagnostic Tests for Patients with Influenza-like Illness during the Novel H1N1 Influenza Virus (Swine Flu) Outbreak
NASOPHARYNGEAL COLLECTION FOR RESPIRATORY VIRUSES
Swine Influenza (Flu)
Update: Infections With a Swine-Origin Influenza A (H1N1) Virus --- United States and Other Countries, April 28, 2009
Interim Guidance for Clinicians on Identifying and Caring for Patients with Swine-origin Influenza A (H1N1) Virus Infection
CDC Health Update: Interim Guidance—Children and Pregnant Women who may be Infected with Swine- Origin Influenza Virus: Considerations for Clinicians
Interim Guidance on Antiviral Recommendations for Patients with Confirmed or Suspected Swine Influenza A (H1N1) Virus Infection and Close Contacts
Guidance for Clinicians & Public Health Professionals
Interim Guidance on Specimen Collection and Processing for Patients with Suspected Swine Influenza A (H1N1) Virus Infection
Interim Guidance for Airlines Regarding Flight Crews Arriving from Domestic and International Areas Affected by Swine Influenza
Interim Guidance—Pregnant Women and Swine Influenza: Considerations for Clinicians
Monroe County Department of Pubic Health April 27, 2009 NYSDOH Swine Influenza A (H1N1) Screening Form
Swine Flu Parent Letter 4-26-09
Interim Guidance on Antiviral Recommendations for Patients with Confirmed or Suspected Swine Influenza A (H1N1) Virus Infection and Close Contacts
Interim Guidance for Infection Control for Care of Patients with Confirmed or Suspected Swine Influenza A (H1N1) Virus Infection in a Healthcare Setting
Interim Guidance for Swine influenza A (H1N1): Taking Care of a Sick Person in Your Home
Interim Guidance on Case Definitions to be Used For Investigations of Swine Influenza A (H1N1) Cases*
Interim CDC Guidance for Nonpharmaceutical Community Mitigation in Response to Human Infections with Swine Influenza (H1N1) Virus
Interim Recommendations for Facemask and Respirator Use in Certain Community Settings Where Swine Influenza A (H1N1) Virus Transmission Has Been Detected
Swine Influenza A (H1N1) Virus Biosafety Guidelines for Laboratory Workers
CDC Health Advisory: Investigation and Interim Recommendations: Swine Influenza (H1N1)
Update: Swine Influenza A (H1N1) Infections — California and Texas, April 2009
American Academy of Pediatrics Section on Telehealth Care:Swine Flu for Telephone Triage Nurses

Please click on the websites below for more information on Swine Influenza A (H1N1)

World Health Organization

Center for Disease Control

PandemicFlu.gov

NYS Department of Health

Monroe County Department of Health