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MEDICAL: DISEASES: EBOLA VIRUS:
Ebola Virus Disease: Information for U.S. Healthcare Workers
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Ebola Virus Disease: Information for U.S. Healthcare Workers
http://www.nih.gov/health/ebola.htm
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Website Contents
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U.S. Healthcare Settings
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Infection Prevention and Control Recommendations for Hospitalized Patients
Standard, contact, and droplet precautions are recommended for management
of hospitalized patients with known or suspected Ebola HF.
Environmental Infection Control in Hospitals - Interim Guidance
Interim Guidance for Environmental Infection Control in Hospitals for
Ebola Virus
Safe Handling of Human Remains of Ebola Patients in U. S. Hospitals and
Mortuaries
For personnel who perform postmortem care in U.S. hospitals and
mortuaries.
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Medical Waste Management
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Key information about the safe handling and disposal of medical waste.
Evaluating Returned Travelers for EVD, U.S. [PDF 1 page]
An algorithm for evaluation of the returned traveler.
Checklist for Patients Being Evaluated for Ebola Virus Disease in the U.S.
[PDF 1 page]
Initial assessment, use of personal protective equipment, patient
management, and more.
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Specimen Collection, Transport, Testing, and Submission - Interim Guidance
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For staff working in laboratory and healthcare settings. Biosafety
requirements for how to collect and perform routine testing of specimens.
Factsheet: Visual Format [PDF 1 page]
Hospitals should follow their state and/or local health department
procedures for notification and consultation for Ebola testing requests
before contacting CDC. CDC cannot accept any specimens without prior
consultation.
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Packaging and Shipping Clinical Specimens Diagram
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How to package and ship clinical specimens.
Frequently asked Questions for U.S. Clinical Laboratories
How U.S. clinical laboratories can safely manage specimens from persons
under investigation for Ebola Virus Disease.
Compliance with Select Agent Regulations for Laboratories Handling Patient
Specimens - Interim Guidance
Guidance on how to apply select agent regulations to activities associated
with the diagnosis and care of individuals suspected of having an
infection with Ebola virus.
Sequence for Putting On and Removing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
[PDF 3 pages]
Safe work practices to protect healthcare workers and limit the spread of
contamination.
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Tools for Protecting Healthcare Personnel
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Videos, slides, posters, and other tools for training healthcare personnel
on how to select and use personal protective equipment (PPE).
Case Definition for Ebola Virus Disease (EVD)
Health care providers should be alert for and evaluate any patients
suspected of having Ebola Virus Disease (EVD).
Ebola Virus Disease Information for Clinicians in U.S. Healthcare Settings
Updated information about Ebola virus disease (EVD) for clinicians working
in U.S. hospitals and health clinics.
Safe Management of Patients with Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) in U.S.
Hospitals
Necessary infection control procedures to protect patients and healthcare
providers in U.S. hospitals.
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Training
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CDC Safety Training Course for Healthcare Workers Going to West Africa in
Response to the 2014 Ebola Outbreak
An intro training course for licensed clinicians intending to work in
Ebola Treatment Units (ETU) in Africa. Course will take place in the U.S.
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Patient Transportation / Monitoring / Movement
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Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Systems and 911 Public Safety Answering
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Guidance for handling inquiries and responding to patients with suspected
Ebola symptoms, and for keeping workers safe.
Monitoring and Movement of Persons with Ebola Virus Disease Exposure
-Interim Guidance
A framework for evaluating risk of exposure and initiating appropriate
public health actions based on exposure risk and clinical assessment.
Guidance on Air Medical Transport for Patients with Ebola Virus Disease
For air medical transport (AMT) providers in the use of specialized
aircraft. Does not apply to commercial passenger aircraft.
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Preparedness and Response
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Hospital Preparedness Checklist [PDF 6 pages]
Practical and specific suggestions for detecting possible Ebola cases,
protecting employees, and responding appropriately.
Ebola Screening Criteria for Emergency Departments: Template [PDF 1 page]
EMS patient assessment criteria for isolation/hospital notification.
Healthcare Facility Preparedness Checklist [PDF 2 pages]
Key areas for health care facilities to review in preparation for a person
with Ebola arriving for medical care.
Healthcare Provider Preparedness Checklist [PDF 2 pages]
Key areas for health care providers to review in preparation for a person
with Ebola arriving for medical care.
Healthcare Coalitions Preparedness Checklist [PDF 4 pages]
Intended to enhance collective preparedness and response.
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Checklist [PDF 5 pages]
Key areas for EMS personnel to review in preparation for encountering and
providing medical care to a person with Ebola.
Self-Assessment for State and Local Public Health Officials - Top 10 Ebola
Response Planning Tips
Ebola readiness self-assessment for state and local public health
officials.
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Learn About Ebola
Cases of Ebola Diagnosed in the United States
CDC recognizes that even a single case of Ebola diagnosed in the U.S.
raises concerns. We know how to stop Ebola's further spread.
Questions and Answers on Ebola
Common questions and answers on the current outbreak.
Signs and Symptoms
Symptoms may appear anywhere from 2-21 days after exposure to ebolavirus
Transmission
Spread through bodily fluids of a person who is sick with or has died from
Ebola
Risk of Exposure
During outbreaks of Ebola, those at highest risk include healthcare
workers and family
Prevention
Practice careful hygiene, and proper infection control and sterilization
measures. Avoid contact with blood and body fluids.
Diagnosis
Diagnosing Ebola in an individual who has been infected for only a few
days is difficult
Treatment
The treatment of Ebola presents many challenges there are a few
established prevention measures
Questions and Answers On Experimental Treatments and Vaccines for Ebola
Questions and answers about potential treatments and vaccines for Ebola.
Communication Resources
Infographics, factsheets, videos, audio and more.
What CDC is Doing
CDC and partners are taking precautions to prevent the spread of Ebola
within the United States in addition to its activities abroad.
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News and Updates
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Ebola Research Guide
http://guides.temple.edu/ebola
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