Be Prepared – Influenza and Outbreak Management Resources
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Today’s theme focuses on public health preparedness. As we approach flu season, it’s critical to stay informed on how to prevent and manage outbreaks.
📌 Resources to Explore:
- View the My Name is…Influenza poster for easy communication around flu prevention.
- Protect yourself when handling needles—see the poster about using sharps containers to ensure safe disposal. –
- Stay prepared with outbreak management guidance and learn how to report incidents effectively.
How to Report an Outbreak:
- Contact UKHSA at london.region@ukhsa.gov.uk for general queries or use phe.london.region@nhs.net for sending patient identifiable information (PII).
- Be sure to copy (CC) the IPC team email (nelondonicb.ipc.@nhs.net).
- Our team will follow up with you promptly to provide further assistance.
Together, we can enhance our public health readiness and protect our communities.
Let’s continue to grow and advance together as IPC professionals.
For more resources and information, check out the websites below: