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Public Health is a key component of the Dept. of Public Policy and Advocacy. Primary functions include working with the IMS Committee on Public Health and managing IMS public health initiatives. Staff also research and support various public health efforts that impact Iowans.
IPA starts TakeAway program
The Iowa Pharmacy Association (IPA) has launched a safe and easy medication disposal program for Iowans. The goal is to: 1) reduce drug diversion; and 2) lessen the negative environmental effects of patients disposing of pharmaceuticals at...
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Check out AMAfluhelp.org
With the early onset of H1N1 influenza and the fast approaching seasonal flu, the AMA has launched a free, Web-based suite of decision support tools that allow physicians to connect with and monitor patients in response to H1N1 and seasonal flu. This...
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H1N1 Call Centers open
The Iowa Department of Public Health (IDPH) has opened a call center to help answer questions health care providers may have concerning the 2009 H1N1 influenza and vaccine in Iowa. This toll-free call center is open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday...
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IDPH: Begin seasonal flu vaccination when available
IDPH has received questions about timing of seasonal influenza vaccination as some providers have begun receiving vaccines. Basically, vaccination efforts should ensure vaccination...
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Iowa needs influenza surveillance sites
With the potential for five influenza strains to circulate this fall, the Iowa Influenza Surveillance Network (IISN) needs your help. Health care providers, hospitals, schools, and laboratories...
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Iowa e-Health Plan now available
The Electronic Health Information Executive Committee and Advisory Council and the Iowa Department of Public Health have submitted a report (PDF 463KB) that outlines the development of the Iowa...
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Antiviral guidance for H1N1 influenza
The CDC says it's important to get the word out to clinicians to emphasize early, empiric antiviral treatment for hospitalized patients and high-risk outpatients with suspected, probable, or confirmed novel swine-origin...
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New modules available for children's oral health
Since physicians play an important role in assessing a child's oral health, the Iowa Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics has produced a free online learning resource for physicians....
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