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Avian Influenza: Protecting Poultry Workers at Risk Show Full Record 1600

Source: U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration
Resource Type(s): Newsletters/Bulletins
Searchable Keywords: Avian influenza Biosafety Biosecurity Personal protective equipment Prevention & control Signs & symptoms
Abstract: From introduction: Avian influenza is a viral disease that can cause sickness and death among poultry. On rare occasions, avian influenza virus can be transmitted to poultry workers or others who come in contact with infected poultry or contact contaminated surfaces. Examples of such workers who could be at risk include poultry growers and their employees; service technicians of poultry processing companies; caretakers, layer barn workers, and chick movers at egg production facilities; and work...

Interim Guidelines for the Protection of Persons Handling Wild Birds With Reference to Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza H5N1 [NWHC Wildlife Health Bulletin] Show Full Record 481

Source: National Wildlife Health Center (U.S.)
Resource Type(s): Standards and Guidelines
Searchable Keywords: Animal handling Biosafety Guidelines Wild birds
Abstract: From National Wildlife Health Center (NWHC) bulletin: These guidelines have been developed in consultation with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. They are advisory in nature and intended to provide guidance for field biologists and others working with or handling wild birds with specific reference to highly pathogenic avian influenza. The guidance reflects information available as of August 2005 and may be updated as more information becomes available.

National Audubon Society - Avian Influenza Information and Wild Birds Show Full Record 676

Source: National Audubon Society
Resource Type(s): Issue Overviews
Searchable Keywords: Biosafety Birds Human health Wildlife
Abstract: From web site: "Audubon is providing the following information and links as a resource for those who may be concerned about avian influenza, as well as about how birds are involved. Also included are some general precautions for protecting both human and bird health."

Recommended Interim Practices for Disposal of Potentially Contaminated Chronic Wasting Disease Carcasses and Wastes Show Full Record 1066

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Resource Type(s): Standards and Guidelines
Searchable Keywords: Biosafety Carcasses Deer Waste disposal
Abstract: From introduction: We recognize that several States and Regions have had to deal with the disposal of potentially contaminated chronic wasting disease (CWD) carcasses and wastes and that there are several options available for the disposal of these materials, one being disposal in a municipal solid waste landfill. The purpose of this memorandum is to provide States and municipal solid waste landfill facility managers with interim practices for consideration when a determination is made that the ...

U.S. Department of Health & Human Services - Pandemic Flu: Get Informed. Be Prepared Show Full Record 669

Source: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Resource Type(s): FAQs, Issue Overviews
Searchable Keywords: Biosafety Human health Outbreaks Pandemic aspects Research Surveillance (monitoring) Vaccines
Abstract: The official U.S. government web site for information on pandemic flu and avian influenza. Along with general information, the site provides influenza resources related to health & safety, planning & response activities, travel, research activities, and monitoring outbreaks.

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