Table 2 Summary of primary modifications made to community-level pandemic plans during the community engagement process
Category | Modifications Made |
|---|---|
Surveillance | Added that health staff are responsible to monitor absenteeism in schools and workplaces. |
Antivirals and Antibiotics | Added details of how antivirals are transported, received, stored, and who to contact when more medication is required. |
Health Services | Added details about influenza-like illness (ILI) screening at healthcare facilities. Added that community health nurses are to provide basic personal protective equipment and self-care training. Added details about the home support program. |
Supplies (added category) | Included information about ordering, maintaining, and providing influenza pandemic supplies. |
Appendix (added section) | Added details outlined in Table 3. |