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NIRSA H1N1 Preparedness Forum and Resources

Colleges and universities are reviewing and implementing campus emergency preparedness plans in response to a potential H1N1 Virus (commonly referred to as Swine Flu) pandemic. Use NIRSA’s H1N1 Preparedness Forum to share information about administrative decisions at your institution and specific precautionary measures collegiate recreational sports staff are taking to address a potential outbreak on campus. NIRSA is collaborating with other higher education associations to bring you the latest information and will provide updates as they become available.

Below is a list of online resources on this important topic.

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This map reflects the reported presence of the H1N1 Influenza virus in students, faculty, or staff on higher education campuses in the United States and Canada.

http://www.pandemicflu.gov
A one-stop site for U.S. Government swine flu information provided by the Department of Health and Human Services. This site provides a webcast hosted by Secretary of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius; Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano; and Center for Disease Control Director Dr. Richard Besser. View a national map of confirmed H1N1 cases as well as tips for everyday preventative actions to prevent contraction of swine flu.

http://www.cdc.gov/swineflu/?s_cid=swineFlu_outbreak_internal_001
The Center for Disease Control's H1N1 page, which maintains information of numbers of confirmed cases and provides updates from the World Health Organization. The site also provides information for travelers and key facts about the swine flu virus.

http://blogs.techrepublic.com.com/tech-manager/?p=1193
This article from Tech Republic addresses IT concerns related to a potential pandemic virus.

http://www.publichealthlaw.net/Projects/swinefluphl.php
The Center for Law and the Public's Health are maintaining this site with real-time updates on legal emergency declarations made by local, state, and federal officials.

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Paperclip has developed a number of downloadable resources for education professionals specific to colleges and universities.

http://www.cupahr.org/knowledgecenter/hehrdb_risk-mgmt-crisis.asp
The College and University Professional Association for Human Resources provides pandemic diseases preparedness and action plans from numerous large universities, community colleges, and small colleges throughout the country.