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Influenza A(H3N2)v at Jackson County Junior Fair 2022

Learn about an Influenza A(H3N2)v outbreak investigation at a fair. Understand the control steps taken and public health recommendations. Discover the partners involved and outbreak timeline details. Explore case definitions and surveillance methods. Popular

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The History of NAMI and the Family Movement

Founded in 1977 by two mothers seeking support for loved ones with mental illness, NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) has grown to be a leading grassroots organization advocating for mental health awareness, support, and education. The Contra Costa chapter, NAMI CC, has a rich history of pro

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ASF Outbreak Surveillance and Control Strategies in Cambodian Pig Farming

An overview of the African Swine Fever (ASF) outbreak in Cambodia, highlighting the detection of outbreaks in various provinces, outbreak containment efforts, common pig diseases in Cambodia, surveillance objectives, and sampling methods for ASF detection in pigs. The initiative aims to prevent ASF

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Understanding Mental Health vs. Mental Illness

Explore the nuanced differences between mental health and mental illness, where mental health pertains to the quality of mental and emotional wellbeing for everyone, while mental illness refers to diagnosable conditions with long-term effects that do not affect everyone in the same way. Gain insight

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Current Situation of Dengue and Chikungunya Outbreak in Buenos Aires, April 10, 2023

The current situation report covers the outbreak of dengue and chikungunya in the Ciudad Autónoma de Buenos Aires as of April 10, 2023. It provides epidemiological data at both regional and national levels, detailing the cases reported, outbreaks, and preventive measures taken in the affected areas

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Update on Cholera Outbreak in Gauteng and Free State Provinces - May 24, 2023

National Institute for Communicable Diseases confirmed a Cholera outbreak in Gauteng and Free State Provinces. A total of 53 cases have been confirmed, with 9 in Free State and 44 in Gauteng. Updates on cases, testing, and hospital admissions provided. Stay informed about the current situation.

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Comprehensive Overview of Continuity of Business in FAD Outbreaks

Continuity of Business (COB), also known as managed movement, is a crucial strategy that allows the movement of non-infected animals and non-contaminated animal products during a Foreign Animal Disease (FAD) outbreak. This approach helps maintain normal business operations in agriculture and food in

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Workplace Heat Illness Prevention Program Overview

This workplace heat illness prevention program overview discusses risk factors, how the body handles heat, types of heat illness, prevention strategies including water consumption and shade, importance of acclimatization, emergency response procedures, OSHA standards, job and personal risk factors,

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Healthcare Preparedness for COVID-19 Outbreak - Exercise Objectives

Provide an opportunity to evaluate response concepts, plans, and capabilities for handling a novel viral disease outbreak. Objectives include minimizing morbidity, preserving social function, and improving hospital preparedness. Focus on surveillance, infection control, healthcare guidance, and comm

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Implementation of nOPV2 for cVDPV2 Outbreak Response

Circulating Vaccine-Derived Poliovirus (cVDPV) outbreaks, particularly cVDPV type 2 (cVDPV2), have increased in recent years. The novel oral polio vaccine type 2 (nOPV2) is an innovative tool developed over nearly 10 years to combat these outbreaks. Clinical trials have shown that nOPV2 provides com

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Monkeypox Outbreak in South Africa: Updates and Actions Taken

Monkeypox cases have been reported in South Africa, with a total of five confirmed cases and no deaths as of September 2022. The World Health Organization (WHO) has declared the outbreak a public health emergency of international concern and issued recommendations to contain the spread. Actions have

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Nursing Strategies for Emotional Reactions to Illness

In this content, the focus is on understanding the stages of illness and the crucial role of nurses at each stage. It also highlights the patient's emotional needs during illness and the importance of maintaining a positive self-image. Nursing strategies for assisting patients in coping with anxiety

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UN's Warning: Ebola Infections Could Surge to 10,000 Per Week by December

The head of the UN's Mission for Ebola Emergency Response is warning that the outbreak of Ebola could see a significant increase in new infections, potentially reaching 10,000 per week by early December. Urgent measures, including isolating infected individuals and safe burials, are vital to prevent

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Botulism Outbreak Investigation in Amarillo: Timeline of Events

The botulism outbreak in the Panhandle led to a swift response by health authorities, with cases identified, antitoxin administered, and CDC involvement. Investigations revealed common food sources and potential criminal activity, highlighting the urgency and collaboration in managing the situation.

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Managing Physical Health in Severe Mental Illness with a Focus on Diabetes

This educational material presents a comprehensive slide set designed to aid in the management of physical health in individuals with severe mental illness, focusing on diabetes. It includes insights on the challenges faced by healthcare professionals, learning objectives on diabetes management, and

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Foodborne Illness Outbreak Investigation Procedures and Protocols

In this self-paced exercise developed by the New York State Integrated Food Safety Center of Excellence, learners will delve into the intricacies of investigating foodborne illness outbreaks. The course covers topics such as identifying outbreak patterns, roles in outbreak investigations, interpreti

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Recent Increase in Drug-Resistant Shigella Among gbMSM in Ireland: Outbreak Response

Shigellosis infection, particularly among gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men (gbMSM), has seen a recent surge in drug-resistant cases in Ireland. An Incident Management Team (IMT) has been actively addressing this outbreak since March 2023. This update provides insights into the epid

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Understanding Involuntary Commitment Criteria for Adults with Serious Mental Illness

Involuntary commitment for adults with serious mental illness is a sensitive issue that involves specific criteria to determine if someone poses a danger to themselves or others. The criteria include having a serious mental illness, being a threat to self or others, or having an inability to provide

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Addressing Challenges in Controlling EATEX-D Outbreak

The session explores the challenges in controlling the EATEX-D outbreak, including the death rate, transmission modes, and public response. It delves into specific issues like concentrated cases in Downville and the effectiveness of self-quarantine strategies. The dialogue captured from social media

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Information on COVID-19 Outbreak and Response in Baltimore City

COVID-19 outbreak briefing from Baltimore City Council on March 5th, 2020, including details on the disease, transmission, symptoms, global spread, and cases in the US. Provides insights on prevention, treatment, impact on Baltimore, and common questions addressed by Mayor Bernard C. Jack Young and

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Supporting Your Child Through the COVID-19 Outbreak

This guide provides strategies to support your child during the COVID-19 outbreak, focusing on emotional well-being, routines, social stories, activities, desensitization for testing, and managing anxiety. It emphasizes maintaining a routine, social connections, outdoor activities, and healthy habit

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Understanding the Impact of Tobacco Use on People with Serious Mental Illness

People with serious mental illness are significantly affected by tobacco use, with smoking being a leading preventable cause of early death in this population. This presentation highlights the reasons behind smoking in individuals with mental illness, challenges faced in cessation efforts, and the i

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Impact of COVID-19 Outbreak on Sustainable Development: A Neural Network Modeling Approach in Hubei Province

This study investigates how the COVID-19 outbreak affects environmental health, economy, and sustainable development using a binary classification model with neural network methods. Factors like weather parameters and confirmed cases were analyzed to understand the impact, emphasizing the importance

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COVID-19 Outbreak Communications Toolkit for Congregate Living Environments

This communications toolkit, developed in collaboration with multiple health organizations, provides guidance and resources for managing communication during a COVID-19 outbreak in congregate living environments. It includes information on processes, notifications, web updates, media relations, key

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Strategies for Overcoming Surveillance Challenges During the 2014 Measles Outbreak in the Philippines

The Philippines faced surveillance challenges during the 2014 measles outbreak, including manpower capacity, logistics, data management, and reporting mechanisms. Key interventions involved activating surge capacity, conducting orientations, procuring specimen kits, and promoting efficient data coll

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Food Safety Incident Investigation: Baltimore City Illness Outbreak

Baltimore City experienced an illness outbreak linked to a lunch event, where 216 individuals fell ill after consuming contaminated food. The investigation revealed that improper handling and cooking of precooked frozen chicken led to the contamination with Clostridium perfringens. The incident unde

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Understanding Mental Illness and Disability Rights

This content provides insights into commonly held attitudes and beliefs about mental illness, the American with Disabilities Act of 1990, definitions of mental illness per NRS 433A.115, and interactions with individuals with mental health issues. It also covers misconceptions, the 72-hour hold for m

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Understanding Ion Channel Dysfunction in Critical Illness

An intriguing case study presents a young male with weakness and coma in the ICU following pneumonia and sepsis. Nerve conduction results indicated critical illness myopathy and polyneuropathy, along with cardiac abnormalities. Reduced muscle excitability was attributed to a sodium channelopathy. Th

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Factors Contributing to Psychiatric Illness and Mental Health Issues

Factors contributing to psychiatric illness and mental health problems include predisposing factors such as psychological and biological factors, as well as precipitating stressors like challenging stimuli. Mental health is defined as a state of well-being involving happiness, contentment, and effec

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Health Protection Training for Outbreak Management: A Local Authority Perspective

This training session, led by Ruth Granger from Sheffield City Council, focuses on supporting outbreak management from a local authority perspective. Participants will learn about the importance of health protection, the role of the Public Health representative in outbreak control teams, and the key

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Global Update on Novel Coronavirus Outbreak - January 2020

The evolving situation of the 2019-nCoV outbreak, with updates on confirmed cases, deaths, and affected countries. As of January 30, 2020, there are 7,818 laboratory-confirmed cases globally, with the majority in China. The outbreak has spread to several countries, prompting health emergencies progr

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Understanding Legal Ramifications of Mental Illness in Criminal Justice System

Mental illness presents complex challenges in the criminal justice system, impacting court rulings, constitutional issues, and perceptions of vulnerability. Cases like James Holmes and John Hinckley highlight the intersection of mental health and criminal behavior. Legal standards regarding executio

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Understanding the Intersection of Addiction and Mental Illness in Veterinarians

Explore the profound impact of addiction and mental illness on veterinarians, highlighting the biological and environmental components, the prevalence of serious mental illness, the challenges in seeking mental health help, and the heightened risk of suicide within the veterinary profession. Promote

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Outbreak Investigation and Management in Public Health

Outbreak investigation is crucial in understanding, distinguishing, and managing disease outbreaks. This involves identifying the nature of outbreaks, studying key terms like endemic and epidemic, and examining outbreak settings such as food-borne and water-borne scenarios. By investigating outbreak

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Mental Health Offender Program: Addressing Mental Illness in the Criminal Justice System

A pilot program, M.H.O.P., aims to reduce the burden on the criminal justice system by providing pretrial release, personalized care plans, and court supervision for defendants with mental illness. By addressing the needs of the mentally ill, the program strives to break the cycle of criminal behavi

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Enhancing Advising Process for Specified Illness Cover Workshops

Guidance on developing a structured process for advising on Specified Illness Cover, addressing challenges faced by financial brokers in selling and positioning the product. Workshop objectives include client engagement, research, explaining benefits, and product understanding. The content covers ag

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Investigating Foodborne Illness Outbreaks Linked to Events

An organization is investigating outbreaks of foodborne illnesses associated with two different events: a wedding in Pueblo and the National Western Stock Show. The wedding outbreak involves confirmed cases of Norovirus, affecting several guests, while the stock show outbreak is linked to E. coli O1

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Winter Planning and Outbreak Control Measures for Health Protection Team

In preparation for winter, Penny Edwards from the South West Health Protection Team outlines key strategies for prevention, preparedness, and protection against respiratory illnesses such as COVID-19 and flu. The guidance emphasizes social distancing, hand hygiene, staff training on PPE usage, regul

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Understanding Health Anxiety: Causes, Symptoms, and Impacts

Health anxiety, also known as illness anxiety or hypochondria, is characterized by obsessive worry about having a serious medical condition. Individuals with health anxiety misinterpret minor body sensations as symptoms of a severe illness, despite reassurance from medical professionals. This condit

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The 2016 Zika Outbreak in Florida: State Response and Control Measures

In 2016, Florida experienced a Zika virus outbreak leading to public health emergency declarations and mosquito control initiatives. The outbreak began with travel-associated cases, followed by locally acquired transmissions prompting the implementation of aggressive mosquito control measures. Vario

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