Saf Health Work.  2011 Mar;2(1):83-86.

Personal, Occupational, and Public Health Perspectives on Dealing with the First Case of Influenza A (H1N1) in the United Arab Emirates

• Shah SM
• Aw TC
• Blair I
• Hashmey R
• Sheek-Hussein M

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.

Keyword

H1N1 virus; Disease notification; Public health; Occupational health

MeSH Terms

Communicable Diseases
Delivery of Health Care
Disease Notification
Humans
Influenza A Virus, H1N1 Subtype
Influenza, Human
Occupational Health
Public Health
Return to Work
United Arab Emirates