New government site on the flu pandemic

PandemicFlu.gov

Posted from The Krafty Librarian:

"PandemicFlu.gov is intended to provide comprehensive government-wide information on pandemic influenza and avian influenza. In the event of a pandemic, this will be the authoritative site for U.S. government information on the pandemic. This site is intended to provide general information for the general public, health and emergency preparedness professionals, policy makers, government and business leaders, school systems, and local communities. (courtesy of About Us at PandemicFlu.gov)

Information is subdivided into categories:

General Information

* Key Facts
* Frequently Asked Questions
* Vaccines, Medications
* Background Information

Health & Safety

* For Families
* For Workers
* For Health Professionals
* Protecting Birds & Other Animals

Monitoring Outbreaks

* United States Surveillance
* International Surveillance

Planning & Response Activities

* National Strategy for Pandemic Influenza
* U.S. Department of Health & Human Services Pandemic Influenza Plan
Federal Agency Activities
* State Pandemic Plans
* Risk Communication Resources

Travel & Transportation

* Travelers' Health
* Transportation IndustryInformation

Research Activities

* Pandemic Research
* Vaccine Research
* Drug Development "