Health officials around the world continue to monitor the spread of a novel strain of influenza A virus in humans. On June 11, 2009, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared that the spread of the H1N1 (Swine Flu) met the criteria for an influenza pandemic. Here are some resources to help you keep track of the developing situation and prepare for any potential emergency. Swine Flu Information
JHU CEPAR H1N1 (Swine Flu) Information Flu Updates for JHU Students, Faculty and Staff Johns Hopkins Response Updates CDC H1N1 (Swine Flu) Information
WHO H1N1 (Swine Flu) Information WHO Pandemic Flu Alert Phase PandemicFlu.gov Maryland Department of Health H1N1 (Swine Flu) Information Pandemic Preparedness Information Pandemic Influenza (Flu) Guide for Individuals and Families Center for Law and the Public's Health-Swine Flu Legal Preparedness and Response Ready.gov Additional Resources JHU CEPAR Pandemic Flu FAQ Center for Public Health Preparedness Johns Hopkins Center for Communication Programs Experts Reporters wishing to speak with faculty regarding the H1N1 pandemic, may contact Tim Parsons, Director of Public Affairs for the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, at 410-955-7619 or tmparson@jhsph.edu. |