Welcome to the dialogue on Vaccination Prioritization for Pandemic Influenza
Experts say chances of a deadly worldwide outbreak of flu are increasing. The United States Department of Health and Human Services is in the process of preparing to reduce the impact of a pandemic influenza in the United States. The U.S. government is working to secure an adequate supply of vaccine for pandemic flu. In case of an outbreak, vaccine will be distributed according to predetermined priorities. Determining these priorities is a difficult task.
This dialogue seeks to obtain public input on the government?s ten pandemic influenza vaccination goals. Participants will discuss this critical health issue with public health officials.
The latest information on pandemic influenza (also known as avian influenza) is available at
http://www.pandemicflu.gov.
To participate in the dialogue, please plan to:
- Register
- Review the agenda and background material to prepare for each day?s discussion
- Follow and contribute your views to the discussion.
- Complete the poll on Thursday, December 6.
Through your active involvement, we expect you to become informed, consider the many factors involved in distributing limited vaccine, and share your own conclusions. Your feedback will be considered, along with other information, as we refine the guidelines for distributing a limited supply of vaccine.
Thank you for considering participation in this important dialogue.
National Association of County and City Health Officials
Association of State and Territorial Heath Officials
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
