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IDSA responds to Bush's bird flu plan

Infection Control Monitor, November 4, 2005

The Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) strongly supports President Bush's domestic and international plan to prepare for a potential bird flu pandemic. When the plan comes out, IDSA will review it carefully and outline steps toward continued refinement, including the following measures:

* Centralized coordination of federal pandemic and interpandemic (normal flu season) activities with clear lines of accountability known to all

* Adequate stockpiles of vaccines and antivirals

* Research and development efforts for new vaccines, antivirals, and antibiotics

* Strengthened and coordinated capabilities to help state and local health departments prepare and respond

* Significant enhancements for hospital surge capacity and information technology development

* Energized global surveillance activities at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, including epidemic detection and response

* A discussion of how to measure progress and accountability in implementing the plan

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