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Flu
EMS Leaders & Providers Respond to Flu Outbreak
EMS leaders & providers respond to flu outbreak.
New Stomach Bug Spreading Around Globe
Since September, more than 140 outbreaks in the U.S. have been caused by the new Sydney strain of norovirus.
Flu Season Has Struck Early and Hard
Flu was widespread in 47 states last week, up from 41 the week before.
Boston Declares Public Health Emergency to Fight Flu
700 confirmed cases reported so far compared to 70 last season.
CDC Says Flu Season Starts Early, Could Be Bad
Health officials said suspected flu cases have jumped in five Southern states, and the primary strain tends to make people sicker than other types.
Bird Flu, Pig Flu, Now Bat Flu?
The risk to humans is unclear.
Bird Flu, Pig Flu, Now Bat Flu?
The human risk is unclear.
Bird Flu, Pig Flu, Now Bat Flu?
The human risk is unclear.
Seasonal Flu Ramps Up Across U.S.
More than 10% of respiratory specimens collected tested positive for the flu.
Vaccinations & Immunizations for EMS Providers
Looking for a way to save money? Consider vaccinations and immunizations. According to Katherine West, BSN, MSEd, CIC, infection control consultant for Infection Control/Emerging Concepts Inc., a simple inoculation could save your agency a significant amount of money. “Prevention up front is 60–80% less costly than one exposure,” she says.
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