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At the request of our Board of Directors, PAR has started to compile information and resources regarding Emergency Preparedness, particulalry Plandemic Flu Planning. As a service to our members and the community, PAR is happy to share that information with you. If you are aware of additional resources you feel would help people prepare for a pandemic flu outbreak, please contact gabrielle@par.net.
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Guidance on Pandemic Vaccination Allocation Issued --  VISIT |
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The U.S. Departments of Health and Human Services and Homeland Security issued guidance on pandemic vaccination allocation.
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Home Health Care During a Flu Pandemic -- VISIT |
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services this week released a report identifying home health care as a critical component in providing care during a pandemic influenza event. The report offers resources to home health care providers and community planners to prepare for such an event.
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PlanFirst Webcast on Pandemic Flu Planning -- VISIT |
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) will host a “PlanFirst” webcast on pandemic flu preparedness on July 8 at 2:00 p.m. No registration is required.
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New CDC Public Health Preparedness Report: Mobilizing State by State -- VISIT |
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The Center for Disease Control’s (CDC's) Coordinating Office for Terrorism Preparedness and Emergency Response (COTPER) released its inaugural report on public health emergency preparedness.
The report, Public Health Preparedness: Mobilizing State by State, highlights the progress that has been made in state and local preparedness and response, identifies preparedness challenges facing public health departments, and outlines CDC’s efforts to address those challenges.
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Governor Proposes Dramatic Changes for Emergency Preparedness -- VISIT |
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Governor Rendell last week issued a press release detailing his proposal to lessen the impact of future emergencies and natural disasters in Pennsylvania. His proposal includes the merger of state emergency and security agencies.
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