Influenza, Avian

The resources on this page are intended to assist local public health agencies in Iowa prepare for and respond to detections of Avian Influenza in either animals or people within their jurisdiction. 

Reporting

• Report Influenza, Novel A (H1N1) within one business day.
• Please report using the Influenza, Novel A Case Report Form

Resources for Local Public Health Agencies

• Iowa HHS Avian Influenza Response Procedures for LPHA—An overview of avian influenza response actions and considerations for LPHA
• Iowa HHS Avian Influenza Talking Points for LPHA—Talking points on avian influenza to in answering questions from the public, healthcare providers and other interested parties
• Avian Influenza Infected Premises Recovery Guidance (IDALS)—A general overview of the animal response occurring on the farm

Resources for Healthcare Facilities

• Avian Influenza Considerations for Healthcare Providers & Care Facilities—Avian influenza infection prevention and control recommendations for healthcare facilities
• APIC Avian Influenza Playbook—A downloadable resource for infection preventionists created by the Association of Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology
• EPA’s Registered Antimicrobial Products Effective Against Avian Influenza [List M]

Resources Related to Oseltamivir

• Oseltamivir and Seasonal Influenza Vaccine—Information on when seasonal influenza vaccine can be given in regard to administration of Oseltamivir.
• Dear Health Care Provider Letter - SNS and Expiration Date Extension (CDC)
• Tamiflu Package Insert
• Frequently Asked Questions about Oseltamivir (English)
• Frequently Asked Questions about Oseltamivir (Español)

National Situation

• Current Situation: H5 Bird Flu Human Cases in U.S. (CDC)
• Current Situation: H5N1 Influenza Among Animals (USDA)

Public Notifications

• The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship (IDALS) issues a press release when a new avian influenza case is detected. All press releases are listed on the IDALS news page, with the most recent items at the top.
• The Office of the Governor issues a disaster proclamation when an avian influenza case is detected in a county. They are located here: Governor's Disaster Proclamations | Homeland Security and Emergency Management