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University of Pittsburgh

Vol III Issue V May 2008    

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Preparedness News You Can Use

Education and Training at the Public Health Institute

The Public Health Institute, hosted by the Pennsylvania Department of Health, is for anyone who is delivering public health services to the public. Courses, workshops and speakers at the PHI address the broad areas of public health and public health/emergency preparedness. Learn more about PHI, the Center's involvement, and available trainings.

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Avian Flu Update

Latest: Los Alamos mathematical model gauges epidemic potential of emerging diseases

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Visit UPCPHP’s essential avian influenza (bird flu) information site. It’s updated regularly with the latest in avian influenza news, avian and human statistics, and links to experts around the world.

Breaking News: Articles of interest from the United States and around the world.

Preventing the spread of influenza in public schools

2008 Symposium presented by Samuel Stebbins, MD, MPH  View Talk

Public health, safety, and security for mass gatherings

The report examines homeland security challenges fro mass gatherings. Full Story

Shannon Fitzgerald: new director of PA DOH Office of Public Health Preparedness

Shannon Fitzgerald was appointed the new director on May 13, 2008.  Full Story

Groups discuss ways to improve coordination during foodborne outbreaks

Public health officials from federal agencies in food safety gathered to discuss ways to improve the process.  Full Story

Cases of recreational water illnesses on the rise

More cases of recreational water illnesses occurred in 2007 than ever before.  Full Story

Announcements

CDC's Emerging Infectious Diseases (EID) Journal - June 2008

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Demonstrating Excellence in the Scholarship of Service Working Meeting

Maggie Potter and Jennifer Geiselhart are recognized for their work.  Full Story


About the Center

The University of Pittsburgh Center for Public Health Preparedness (UPCPHP) trains public health professionals, including professionals in related organizations, to respond to bioterrorism, infectious disease outbreaks, and other public health threats and emergencies. Housed in the Center for Public Health Practice at the Graduate School of Public Health, UPCPHP is a project of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention through cooperative agreement number U90/CCU324238.


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