Swine Flu Resources

Two major health organizations say the H1N1 (swine flu) pandemic could affect a vast portion of the world's population in the coming years. In the U.S., the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has announced that the number of Americans stricken with H1N1 could reach 20 to 40 percent of the population over the next two years. Meanwhile, the World Health Organization's flu chief says the global H1N1(swine flu) outbreak is still in its early stages and 2 billion infections over the course of the pandemic is "a reasonable ballpark to be looking at."

The following Web sites contain further information about the swine flu outbreak, frequently asked questions, preparedness tips and other resources.

• PandemicFlu.gov
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
• World Health Organization (WHO)
• Business Pandemic Influenza Planning Checklist
• Guidance on Preparing Workplaces for an Influenza Pandemic
• Preparing for the Flu: A Communication Toolkit for Businesses and Employers
• Guidance for Businesses and Employers to Plan and Respond to the 2009 � 2010 Influenza Season

IREM Resources
IREM has compiled a list of resources to help real estate management professionals, communities,�and companies manage pandemic-related risks and minimize their impact. Additional resources will be posted as they are identified.

• Planning and Preparedness in the Face of Pandemic Influenza (Part 1)
• Planning and Preparedness in the Face of Pandemic Influenza (Part 2)
• Sample Memorandum to Employees/Residents/Tenants on the Swine Flu
• IREM Publication: Preparing for Pandemic Flu

Below are excerpts from the IREM publication, "Preparing for Pandemic Flu":

• Comparison Chart: How Does Seasonal Flu Differ From Pandemic Flu
• Prevention Procedures

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