Personal, Occupational, and Public Health Perspectives on Dealing with the First Case of Influenza A (H1N1) in the United Arab Emirates
Safety and Health at Work
;
: 83-86, 2011.
Article
in English
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-73540
ABSTRACT
New epidemics of infectious diseases often involve health care workers. In this short communication we present a case report of a health care professional who became the first case of influenza H1N1 virus to be notified in the United Arab Emirates. There are several issues related to workplace considerations and general public health, including preventive measures, the need for isolation of the patient, dealing with contacts, return to work, and communication with the workforce.
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WPRIM (Western Pacific)
Main subject:
United Arab Emirates
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Public Health
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Communicable Diseases
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Occupational Health
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Disease Notification
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Delivery of Health Care
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Influenza, Human
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Influenza A Virus, H1N1 Subtype
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Return to Work
Limits:
Humans
Country/Region as subject:
Asia
Language:
English
Journal:
Safety and Health at Work
Year:
2011
Type:
Article
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