News
H1N1 Virus Found in a Cat - November 2009
A 13-year-old cat in Iowa was recently confirmed positive for the 2009 novel H1N1 virus. The owner of the cat had influenza-like illness prior to the cat becoming ill. For more information, please see the press release from the Iowa Department of Public Health.
IDPH Press Release
The American Veterinary Medical Association has an H1N1 outbreak information and a H1N1 FAQ page.
AVMA H1N1 Outbreak Information
AVMA H1N1 FAQ
Details about H1N1 and other strains of influenza can be found in the CFSPH factsheet.
Influenza Factsheet
World Rabies Day - September 2009
World Rabies Day is September 28.
To learn more or get involved go to www.worldrabiesday.org.
National Preparedness Month - September 2009
September is National Preparedness Month. Are you ready if an emergency were to affect you, your family, your pets, your business? Prepare. Plan. Stay Informed.
www.ready.gov/america/index.html
Viral Hemorrhagic Septicemia (VHS) – August 2009
VHS is still occurring in the Great Lakes region. Samples from a spring surveillance program in Michigan have tested positive and as a result VHS has been found in a 2nd inland lake in Michigan. Learn more at the Center's VHS resource page.
VHS Resources
Influenza A (H1N1) - April 2009
Human cases involving a novel H1N1 influenza A virus have been reported primarily in Mexico, the U.S. as well as other countries. The virus has not been detected at this time in swine. For educational materials on influenza and preventive measures, visit the Center's Influenza resource page.
Influenza Resources
Focus On Fish Health Website Launched - February 2009
A new educational website on viral hemorrhagic septicemia (VHS) has been developed by the CFSPH with funding and guidance from USDA APHIS and collaboration with fisheries and aquaculture stakeholders.
www.FocusOnFishHealth.org
Zoonoses Information - December 2008
The CFSPH has organized our zoonotic disease resources into one easy to find website. These resources were developed over time with funding from the CDC, the USDA, and Bayer Animal Health.
Zoonoses Resources
Animal Disease Emergencies: Local Preparedness and Response - October 2008
Is your county ready? A toolkit of materials to help counties prepare for an animal disease emergency is now available. Materials include a local response plan template, table top and functional exercises, educational presentations and handouts.
Animal Disease Emergency Resources
Disinfection Resources - October 2008
Do you know…
How to choose a disinfectant?
How to develop a disinfection protocol?
How to read a disinfection product label?
What products to use for enveloped viruses?
What viruses are enveloped?
CFSPH Disinfection Resources
New Avian Influenza Resources - February 2008
The CFSPH has developed an entire section of our website for
avian influenza, including print, photo, and video resources. These
materials are designed for veterinarians, government officials, and the general public.
Avian Influenza Resources
Vaccine Directory - February 2008
The CFSPH/IICAB is proud to unveil the new Transboundary Vaccine
Directory online submission which enables manufacturers
and international officials to add their product listings
to directory.
Vaccine
Directory
