   | Pages: 18; Description: This paper reviews the (predominantly grey) literature on impacts of highly pathogenic avian influenza strain H5N1 and control responses on the livestock sector and associated industries in developing countries. Abstract: This review considers how the impacts propagate up- and downstream through related supply and distribution networks, how short-term reactions are followed by longer-term adjustments, how impacts include direct cost elements and foregone income, and why losses to the poultry sector will, at least to some extent, be ‘passed on’ on the one hand, for example through compensation, and, on the other hand, be compensated for by gains in other livestock subsectors. |
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 | Pages: 32; Description: The aim of this report is to provide a methodological framework that will enable the collection and analysis of primary data to measure the impacts of highly pathogenic avian influenza on assets, livelihood strategies and the various indicators of rural livelihoods. Abstract: This report provides frameworks for research on the impacts of the highly pathogenic avian influenza outbreaks and threats on rural livelihoods, specifically to measure the rural households’ vulnerability to this livestock disease and its associated repercussions (e.g., food and nutrition insecurity and deepened gender inequality). |
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 | Pages: 56; Description: This report describes biosecurity for backyard holdings of poultry to reduce risk of disease transmission and economic losses. Abstract: The objective of this literature review is to describe biosecurity and to cover options of improving biosecurity in sectors 3 and 4 while considering the possibilities of restructuring keeping in mind the special conditions of small poultry productions. Furthermore, the feasibility and cost of implementation and the potential impact on future contribution of small poultry production to food security is discussed. The target group is decision makers, professional poultry personnel and scientists. |
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 | Description: Presentation on infection control measures to prevent transmission within health care settings Abstract: The learning objectives are to 1) describe basic infection-control principles; and 2) discuss core infection-control measures in health-care settings. |
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 | Description: New interim guidelines for infection control in health care settings for epidemic and pandemic-prone respiratory diseases Abstract: The document provides infection control guidance to help prevent the transmission of acute infectious respiratory diseases during health care, with emphasis on acute respiratory diseases that may constitute a public health emergency of international concern. The document describes infection control recommendations, the principles of environmental ventilation for airborne infections, the main components of HCF preparedness plans to prevent and control ARD outbreaks, as well as background information for the recommendations. |
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 | Description: Sentinel surveillance for seasonal influenza and other respiratory diseases, building early warning systems for novel and pandemic respiratory viruses Abstract: The learning objectives are: 1) describe distinctions between seasonal, avian, and pandemic influenza surveillance; 2) describe seasonal influenza surveillance as a framework for pandemic influenza surveillance; 3) describe standard case definitions for surveillance; 4) describe epidemiologic data collection elements; 5) describe ways to enhance local surveillance following a poultry outbreak of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) or following identification of human cases of influenza A (H5N1) virus infection. |
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 | Pages: 166; Description: The slide sets are divided into seven parts: a) Introduction, b) Design and setup of sentinel surveillance system, c) mechanics of sentinel surveillance I, d) mechanics of sentinel surveillance II, e) Data, f) Appendix A: Advanced laboratory concepts, g) Appendix B: Advanced epidemiology concepts. Abstract: This is a training course on influenza sentinel surveillance for respiratory diseases. |
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  | Description: This note provides information on appropriate specimen storage and transport of influenza specimen |
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 | Pages: 2; Description: This checklist enables assessment of ports and airports that could be designated for routine prevention and control measures and response to events that may constitute public health emergencies of international concern. Abstract: This document is intended to serve as a tool to be used to support States Parties in determining existing capacities and capacity needs at points of entry when deciding which airports, ports and ground crossing should be designated as ports and airports, in relation to routine prevention and control measures and response to events that may constitute a public health emergency of international concern. Related documents:
Assessment Tool for Core Capacity Requirements at Designated Airports, Ports and Ground Crossings
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 | Description: Document explaining an interactive session on general influenza issues Abstract: The document explains how to carry out the interactive session on general influenza issues. The objective of the interactive session is for participants to know and be able to explain the difference between seasonal, animal and pandemic influenza. Related documents:
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 | Pages: 3; Description: The guidance outlines influenza control measures at points of entry, disease surveillance for returnees and other public health considerations such as hotlines. Abstract: Hajj is a unique annual mass gathering where more than two million Muslims congregate in Mekka and Madina in Saudi Arabia from more than 150 countries around the world. The continuing spread of pandemic influenza A(H1N1) 2009 virus may potentially pose a risk to the countries from their returnee Hajj pilgrims owing to the special religious rituals that the Hajjees go through in very crowded conditions during the pilgrimage. This guidance outlines the measures to reduce the risk of disease spread once pilgrims return home. |
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 | Description: The purpose of this document is to outline key planning considerations for organizers of mass gatherings in the context of pandemic (H1N1) 2009 influenza. |
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 | Description: Lecture on IHR and how Rapid Containment is linked to the regulations Abstract: The learning objectives are to: 1) explain the application of the IHR decision instrument; 2) interpret the application of the criteria for decision-making in verification and notification of public health events under the IHR 2005; 3) decide when to communicate information of an event to WHO by using the IHR decision instrument; and 4) identify what measures of IHR apply to rapid containment and how to implement them. |
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 | Pages: 120; Description: This trainers' guide is for the training of community health or humanitarian workers or leaders who engage with migrants and mobile population. The purpose of the training course is to revise and strengthen counselling and communication skills used to help migrant individuals and families to cope during and in aftermath of a pandemic. |
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