Tuesday, April 28, 2009

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HHS Declares Public Health Emergency for Swine Flu

The Department of Health and Human Services today issued a nationwide public health emergency declaration in response to recent human infections with a newly discovered swine influenza A (swine flu) virus.

The formal declaration of a Public Health Emergency (PHE) is a tool that facilitates HHS’ preparation and mobilization for disasters and emergencies.  For example, PHEs were recently declared for flooding in North Dakota, the Inauguration, and several 2008 hurricanes. Learn More >>

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