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Protecting the Healthcare Workforce in Pandemic Influenza
Infection and contagion are the primary threats in a pandemic. Since healthcare workers are first responders, the potential for transmission from person to person is a risk. Responsibilities for healthcare workers extend beyond work as they are parents, spouses and caregivers. Listen to leading experts Cindy Lambdin, RN, UC Berkeley Center for Infectious Disease Preparedness; [...] -
Putting on Influenza PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) for Healthcare Workers
This video is the best Ive seen on this vital topic – thanks Australia Dept of Health and Aging ! Healthcare workers must be provided with the proper PPE, including respirators (and not surgical masks) to protect them from airborne, droplet and contact transmission of the current H1N1 flu virus. We need our healthcare workers [...]