. "A Workshop Agenda." Respiratory Protection for Healthcare Workers in the Workplace Against Novel H1N1 Influenza A: A Letter Report. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press, 2009.
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Respiratory Protection for Healthcare Workers in the Workplace Against Novel H1N1 Influenza A: A Letter Report
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
Lecture Room
8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
INSTITUTE OF MEDICINE
Workshop on Personal Protective Equipmentfor Healthcare Workers in the Workplace AgainstNovel H1N1 Influenza A
Workshop Goals
Examine the emerging science and clinical experience base associated with nH1N1.
Discuss criteria used to delineate infection control guidelines.
Discuss criteria used to assess risk to the healthcare workforce.
Examine what’s known about the effectiveness of medical masks, respirators, gowns, gloves, and eye protection in preventing nH1N1 and seasonal influenza transmission.
OPEN SESSION
7:30–8:00 a.m.
Registration and Continental Breakfast
8:00–8:15
Welcome, Introductions, and Opening Remarks
Kenneth Shine, Chair
Bonnie Rogers, Vice Chair
8:15–8:45
Study Background and Current Guidelines
Toby Merlin, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Rosemary Sokas, Occupational Safety and Health Administration
8:45–10:00
Panel 1:
nH1N1 Influenza A
Current Findings, Unique Characteristics,and Potential Future Implications
