The recent novel influenza A - commonly referred to as the H1N1 virus - outbreak demonstrated how rapidly a new strain of flu can emerge and spread around the world. The sudden outbreak of the H1N1 virus has tested the world's public health system preparedness. Safeguard Iowa Partnership continues to work with local, state and federal officials to gather information and resources for the business community.

A free Influenza Hotline has been established to answer your questions about seasonal flu and novel influenza A (H1N1). The hotline number is 1-800-447-1985.

The Iowa Department of Public Health, Upper Midwest Center for Public Health Preparedness and the Safeguard Iowa Partnership provided a free webcast about guidelines for businesses regarding infectious diseases and protecting the workforce. To view the archived webcast go to http://go.prepareiowa.com/url/p.

State H1N1 Resources

• Frequently Asked Questions for the Workplace (11/2/09) 
• Latest weekly information sharing document from Iowa Department of Public Health
• Iowa Department of Public Health
• 3 C's Flu Campaign Poster (11x7)
• 3 C's Flu Campaign Postcard
• Pandemic Influenza Planning Guide for Iowa Businesses

National H1N1 Resources

• Flu.gov
  • Planning for 2009 H1N1 Influenza: A Preparedness Guide for Small Business
  • Guidance for Businesses and Employers to Plan and Respond to the 2009-2010 Influenza Season
  • Preparing for the Flu: A Communication Toolkit for Businesses and Employers
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
• CIDRAP: Doing Business During an Influenza Pandemic: Human Resource Policies, Protocols, Templates, Tools & Tips
• U.S. Environmental Protection Agency - Antimicrobial Products Registered for Use Against Influenza Virus A on Hard Surfaces
• Occupational Safety and Health Administration
• National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health
• U.S. Chamber of Commerce - It's Not Flu as Usual: An H1N1 Business Preparedness Guide
• U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission: Pandemic Preparedness in the Workplace

International H1N1 Resources

• World Health Organization

Other Resources

• Weekly TIPP Report - example
• State of Iowa Situation Report - example 
• Safeguard Iowa Partnership Weekly E-mail - example
• IDPH information sharing document - example