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American Public Health Association, Get Ready (for Flu) Website
Title: American Public Health Association, Get Ready (for Flu) Website
Date: Accessed February 1, 2007
Author: Get Ready campaign staff
Institution: American Public Health Association (APHA)
Bibliographic Entry: American Public Health Association. “Get Ready (for Flu).” Get Ready campaign staff. http://www.getreadyforflu.org/newsite.htm (accessed February 1, 2007).
Electronic Link: http://www.getreadyforflu.org/newsite.htm
Key Words: influenza pandemic, emerging infectious disease, bioterrorism preparedness
Summary of Key Points, Issues, Conclusions:
The Get Ready Campaign was formed to provide information, resources, and tools for all individuals, families and communities in the U.S. for preparing for an influenza pandemic, emerging infectious disease outbreak, or other hazard/disaster.
The website includes:
• Facts on flu, emerging infectious disease, and bioterrorism preparedness
• Frequently asked questions
• An influenza blog
• An APHA flu podcast
• Issues and legislation “Action Alerts”
• Publications and merchandise
• Information about Get Ready
• Other helpful links and resources
• Advice from APHA experts
Name of Researcher: Alison Stevens
Institution: Integrative Center for Homeland Security, Texas A&M University
Date Posted: February 6, 2007