3. An Introduction to H1N1 With the identification of each new dangerous strain of influenza, scientists have expressed concern that the world is due for a pandemic The U.S. Department of Education is collaborating with health experts and agencies across the federal government to ensure that, in the case of a flu outbreak, critical operations and services will continue. http://pics.tech4learning.com Source: http://www.ed.gov/admins/lead/safety/emergencyplan/pandemic/index.html
4. State and local preparedness will be crucial in preventing the spread of the virus. Because schools are centers of community life, we ask that educators and administrators work with local officials to make planning for a flu outbreak a priority. An Introduction to H1N1 http://www.pics4learning.com/details.php?img=classroom.png Source: http://www.ed.gov/admins/lead/safety/emergencyplan/pandemic/index.html
5. Novel H1N1 Flu (initially called swine flu) is a new virus currently causing illness in people in all 50 states and in many countries around the world It contains a previously unknown combination of genetic material from swine, avian and human influenza viruses Background Information http://eastern.tennessee.edu/ag/EMERGENCY%20PREPAREDNESS/DOWNLOARD%20-%20EMERGENCY%20PREPAREDNESS/Novel%20H1N1%20Flu%20Fact%20Sheet.pdf
6. The virus was first detected in April 2009 in persons in the United States, Mexico and Canada The virus has spread from person to person through the coughs and sneezes of infected people; similar to how the seasonal flu spreads Background Information http://eastern.tennessee.edu/ag/EMERGENCY%20PREPAREDNESS/DOWNLOARD%20-%20EMERGENCY%20PREPAREDNESS/Novel%20H1N1%20Flu%20Fact%20Sheet.pdf
7. Ill persons can be contagious from one day before they become ill, to 7 days after illness starts Background Information http://www.flickr.com/photos/brandonhambright/3499974844/in/photostream/ http://eastern.tennessee.edu/ag/EMERGENCY%20PREPAREDNESS/DOWNLOARD%20-%20EMERGENCY%20PREPAREDNESS/Novel%20H1N1%20Flu%20Fact%20Sheet.pdf
8. Each of New York City’s 1,500 public schools will start the year with support from the City’s influenza-prevention campaign, which uses posters and guidance to incorporate proper techniques for covering coughs and washing hands into classroom instruction Restrooms will be stocked with soap and paper towels, and parents will get written reminders to keep their children home when they’re sick Impact on Education http://text.nycenet.edu/Home/Spotlight/swine.htm
9. The City will also explore the possibility of making alcohol-based hand sanitizer available in schools, and students will be allowed to use hand sanitizer brought from home Impact on Education http://www.flickr.com/photos/brandonhambright/3498535698/ http://text.nycenet.edu/Home/Spotlight/swine.htm
10. Schools should evaluate the resources and technology they have available to continue delivering learning services off site This would include everything from take-home course packets to online materials, Listservs, and new services, such as social networking through YouTube and Twitter What Needs to Be Done http://www.ed.gov/admins/lead/safety/emergencyplan/pandemic/guidance/continuity-qa.pdf
11. What Needs to Be Done PCs, laptops, DVD and MP3 players or other audiovisual recording devices may be used. Conference calls and Internet-based webinar-style classes may be effective ways of delivering class material Schools should collect or update the relevant contact information for students so that teachers can check in with students and their parents to deliver lessons http://www.ed.gov/admins/lead/safety/emergencyplan/pandemic/guidance/continuity-qa.pdf
12. Some County Health Departments engage in tracking of influenza illness on a routine basis year‐ round. Medical providers in the community report the number of patients that are seen each week with flu‐like illness during flu seasons. Public Health Actions http://eastern.tennessee.edu/ag/EMERGENCY%20PREPAREDNESS/DOWNLOARD%20%20EMERGENCY%20PREPAREDNESS/Novel%20H1N1%20Flu%20Fact%20Sheet.pdf
13. This data is monitored for unusual increases in disease, and for identification of the virus strains that are circulating in the community. In addition, the health department is providing disease prevention information to the community to promote healthy habits that will assist to prevent illness spread within our community. Public Health Actions http://eastern.tennessee.edu/ag/EMERGENCY%20PREPAREDNESS/DOWNLOARD%20-%20EMERGENCY%20PREPAREDNESS/Novel%20H1N1%20Flu%20Fact%20Sheet.pdf
14. The swine flu is a serious problem in education today Schools are the main institution where the virus is spread from person to person The pandemic can be stopped as long as the population is educated on the subject Conclusion
15. Hambri, Brandon. A Real Epidemic. 2009. Flickr.com. 28 Oct 2009 <http://www.flickr.com/photos/brandonhambright/3499974844/in/photostream> Hambri, Brandon. Beware the Swine Flu. 2009. Flickr.com. 28 Oct 2009 <http://www.flickr.com/photos/brandonhambright/3498535698/> Inc., Tech4Learning,. classroom.png. 10/20/09. Pics4Learning. 27 Oct 2009 <http://pics.tech4learning.com> Katie. piggy.jpg. 2007. Pics4Learning. 27 Oct 2009 <http://pics.tech4learning.com> Photo Credits
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Editor's Notes
The H1N1, or Swine Flu, Pandemic—A serious issue in education today. A visual presentation by Scott Walbrun.
First on our agenda today will be a brief introduction, as well as the background information on the swine flu. Then, we will discuss the impact of of the virus on education and what needs to be done. After that, we will touch on some public health options. Lastly, there is a conclusion and the sources of information and media cited.
So, let’s start with an introduction to the H1N1 virus on education. According to the NYC Department of education, it should be noted that with the identification of each new dangerous strain of influenza, scientists have expressed concern that the world is due for a pandemic. In response to this reality, the U.S. Department of Education is collaborating with health experts and agencies across the federal government to ensure that, in the case of a flu outbreak, critical operations and services will continue.
Considering this, state and local preparedness will be crucial in preventing the spread of the virus. And since schools are centers of community life, educators and administrators are asked to work with local officials to make a plan for a flu outbreak.
Now, let us take a look at the background information on the virus itself. The H1N1 flu is a new virus that is currently causing illness to people all over the world. It contains a previously unknown combination of genetic material from the swine, avian and human influenza viruses.
The virus was first detected in April 2009 in persons in the United States, Mexico and Canada.The virus has spread from person to person through the coughs and sneezes of infected people; similar to how the seasonal flu spreads.
Ill persons can be contagious from one day before they become ill, to 7 days after illness starts.
As much of an impact this virus has had on people all over the country, it may have its biggest impact on the education institution. Each of New York City’s 1,500 public schools will start the year with support from the City’s influenza-prevention campaign, which uses posters and guidance to incorporate proper techniques for covering coughs and washing hands into classroom instruction. So, restrooms will be stocked with soap and paper towels, and parents will get written reminders to keep their children home when they’re sick.
The City will also explore the possibility of making alcohol-based hand sanitizer available in schools, and students will be allowed to use hand sanitizer brought from home.
What needs to be done about this great impact to the educational institutions all over the country? Well, schools should evaluate the resources and technology they have available to continue delivering learning services off site.This would include everything from take-home course packets to online materials, Listservs, and new services, such as social networking through YouTube and Twitter
PCs, laptops, DVD and MP3 players or other audiovisual recording devices may be used. Conference calls and Internet-based webinar-style classes may be effective ways of delivering class material.Schools should also collect or update the relevant contact information for students so that teachers can check in with students and their parents to deliver lessons.
There have been several public health actions so far. Some County Health Departments engage in tracking of influenza illness on a routine basis year‐round.Medical providers in the community report the number of patients that are seen each week with flu‐like illness during flu seasons.
This data is monitored for unusual increases in disease, and for identification of the virus strains that are circulating in the community. In addition, the health department is providing disease prevention information to the community to promote healthy habits that will assist to prevent illness spread within our community.
With all things considered,the swine flu is a serious problem in education today.Schools are the main institution where the virus is spread from person to person.The pandemic can be stopped as long as the population is educated on the subject.
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