PA Dept. of Health new website:
Helping individuals prevent spread of H1N1
The new Web site, www.H1N1inPA.com, includes a section with guidance and communication tools specifically for schools. In addition, it features an explanation of the novel H1N1 virus, frequently asked questions, symptoms of the disease, how to care for sick family members, downloadable educational flyers and posters, and links to other resources.
Helpful advice on dealing with students with H1N1 flu
Advisory to school district solicitors from the PSBA legal services staff
Federal "PREP Act" thoroughly insulates school districts from liability concerns arising from school based vaccinations for H1N1 influenza; other legal issues appear readily avoidable
Pa. Dept. of Health issues H1N1 guidance for schools
Issued Aug. 17, the department posted guidelines online. See the Department’s H1N1 site for the guidance document: http://www.dsf.health.state.pa.us/health/cwp/view.asp?q=252990.
School-specific information is fournd under the heading, "Guidance for Schools."
NSBA offers H1N1 online resources
NSBA has created a "one-stop-shopping environment" for information, resources and tools that will be useful to school officials in preparing for and responding to H1N1 influenza. Access the page from NSBA’s home page (www.nsba.org) or go directly to http://www.nsba.org/MainMenu/SchoolHealth/Updates/New-NSBA-Webpage.aspx.
H1N1/Swine Flu Resources: Links to flu and pandemic news
Information Update on Swine Influenza for School Settings
Updated information from the Pennsylvania Department of Health in consultation with the Pennsylvania Department of Education and the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency regarding the emerging swine flu situation. |
