SA Health is working with the Australian Government and international health authorities to closely monitor the recent outbreak of Influenza A (H1N1) commonly known as swine flu.

Public Information Update - 24 June 2009 (PDF 32kb)

The information contained in this Public Information Update uses the most accurate available information, given the rapidly changing nature of the incident. This report contains critical and new information only. Recipients should be aware of the potential for later confirmation or clarification.

For more information on the current situation, please visit www.flu.sa.gov.au

 

Pandemic Influenza is a very real threat to world health and while it is not known when or if it will happen, global health authorities are taking the threat very seriously.

This web site has been constructed to answer your questions on Pandemic Influenza, Bird Flu and Swine Flu. It will assist in your awareness of:

• Pandemic Influenza, Bird Flu and Avian Flu;
• Useful links to credible information nationally and globally;
• Updates on the latest World Bird Flu news;
• Clinical information on Pandemic Influenza, colds and flu;
• Contacts for further information; and
• What to do in preparation for a Pandemic Influenza.

All the content has been passed by the Department of Health’s Communicable Diseases Control Branch to ensure accurate, up-to-the-minute information and direction.

You are encouraged to visit this site regularly to get up-to-date details on Pandemic Influenza.

Wash, Wipe, Cover .... don't infect another!  resources now available, click below.

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“...Pandemic Influenza could have a dramatic impact on South Australians’ health, and cause economic and social disruption.”  view the full article

Risk matrix for health care workers (pdf, 73kb)
Risk matrix for health care workes in relation to pandemic influenza contact 
 
Emergency Service risk matrix for non-health care workers (pdf, 18kb)
A risk matrix & assessment tool for the use of mask for non-health care workers  
 
WHO H1N1 Influenza A 09 Information
This link provides access to the latest WHO information regarding H1N1 Influenza A 09. 
 
CDC H1N1 Influenza A 09 information
The link to the latest information on H1N1 Influenza A 09, CDC web site (USA) 
 
Fact Sheets Update
Health Care Worker and General Public fact sheets have been updated and new ones added. 
 
Guidelines for Use of Anaesthetic Equipment and Prevention of Cross Infection
New guidelines now available.