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As I mentioned earlier this week, since March of this year the HHS has been producing a series of Webcasts on preparing for an influenza pandemic.
Previous editions are archived here, here, and here.
Next week, a new program will air, dealing with workplace issues during a pandemic. Your input prior to this Webcast is being solicited by the HHS (details below).
In July, an program on home care during a pandemic is scheduled.
These programs generally run a bit over an hour, and are well worth your time.
PlanFirst Webcasts on Pandemic Influenza
Background
On March 13, 2008, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services launched PlanFirst, a regular Webcast series on pandemic planning. The goal of the PlanFirst Webcasts is to help states, local communities, employers, faith-based and civic organizations, and families and individuals learn more about pandemic planning.
June 4th Webcast
Please join us June 4 for a live discussion to help employers prepare the workplace for an influenza pandemic.
- Speakers from the Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration
- Andrew Levinson, MPH
Acting Director, Office of Biological Hazards
Directorate of Standards and Guidance- Patricia Bray, MD, MPH, FACOEM
Acting Director, Office of Occupational Medicine
Directorate of Science, Technology, and Medicine- Resources for the Webcast
Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for an Influenza Pandemic (PDF - 313 KB) (Occupational Safety & Health Administration)
- Proposed Guidance on Stockpiling of Respirators and Facemasks in Occupational Settings (Occupational Safety and Health Administration)
- Federal Register Notice on Proposed Guidance on Stockpiling of Respirators and Facemasks in Occupational Settings
No registration is required. Email your questions for the Webcast panelists before and/or during the program to hhsstudio@hhs.gov. Please include your first name, state and town.
Future Webcasts
A PlanFirst Webcast is scheduled for July 8, 2:00 EDT, focusing on home care during an influenza pandemic.
Previous Webcasts
Earlier Webcasts, on the State planning and assessment process, aired on March 13, April 2 and April 30, 2008.
The pandemic influenza PlanFirst Webcasts are brought to you by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
