Download PDF Since first reported in August, Enterovirus D68 (EV-D68) has spread from the Midwest to the majority of the United States. The CDC now reports that over 32 states have reported cases of the respiratory illness, however, it is more than likely that the virus has spread to all parts of the US. Prevention is key to keeping the virus from spreading. To learn more about prevention tips and recommendations for EMS, download the PDF.
CDC / NIOSH Emergency Responders Resources including: • Safety Management • Bloodborne Infectious Disease • Personal Protective Equipment • Traumatic Incident Stress https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/emres/responders.html Safety Management: https://www.osha.gov/SLTC/emergencypreparedness/index.html Bloodborne Infectious... read more
1. A new area with local transmission by mosquitos has been identified in Miami, Florida for a portion of South... read more
Purpose This document provides interim planning guidance for State, territorial, tribal, and local communities that focuses on several measures other than... read more
IN THE NEWS New Ebola Outbreak in the Democratic Republic Of The Congo (DRC) On August 1, 2018, just a week after... read more
As you are no doubt aware from the media, there is an outbreak of Ebola in the Democratic Republic of... read more
There are a lot of recently published scientific & observational studies, editorials, viewpoints, and more about both medical and lay... read more
Influenza (FLU) Update for Week #50 -- Week Ending 12-14-19 The CDC reported that flu season is in full swing, with... read more
IN THE NEWS According to the CDC, from January 1st through April 19, 2019, there have been 626 confirmed cases of... read more
Executive Summary: Although eyes are still focused on COVID-19, Flu activity remains a far greater threat to North America at... read more
The sixth webinar held on Thursday November 20th included special guest presenter Dr. Richard Alcorta, acting Co-Executive Director and State... read more
