Slides show presents five key messages about preventive measures which need to be conveyed to the faith groups. Also reviews cleaning of facilities and practices of concern for religions groups. Offers a list of myths about influenza and its transmission. Reviews how this information will be conveyed to group members.
Presents information about what pandemic influenza is and indicates why it is serious. Compares ordinary and pandemic influenzas and describes how health services, communities and businesses will be affected. Indicates the need for business continuity planning.
Presents characteristics of an influenza pandemic, a world map showing cases of avian flu in birds and humans, and the WHO's pandemic phases. Reviews the responsibilities of the Province of Ontario and municipalities. Outlines likely the impact of a pandemic in human and economic terms. Descrbes the assumptions which underlie planning initiatives, what we do and do not know about an influenza pandemic, and what we can do as individuals and employers to mitigate the risks of becoming ill.
