TARGET AUDIENCE

EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

At the conclusion of this program, participants will be able to:

1. Discuss the differences between pandemic and interpandemic influenza in terms of occurrence and viruses involved;
2. Describe strategies for prevention and treatment of pandemic and interpandemic influenza;
3. Review the differences between the roles of vaccine and antivirals in prevention and control of influenza;
4. Discuss the science which underlies recommendations for vaccine and antiviral use;
5. Describe the different types of vaccines and antivirals available, including their strengths and weaknesses; and
6. Explain the differences between special situations such as nursing homes and other closed and open populations in terms of control and treatment.

Disclosure of Unlabeled Use and Disclaimer
The opinions expressed in the educational activity are those of the faculty and do not necessarily represent the views of Power-Pak C.E., PIM and Roche Laboratories Inc. Participants have an implied responsibility to use the newly acquired information to enhance patient outcomes and their own professional development. The information presented in this activity is not meant to serve as a guideline for patient management. Any procedures, medications, or other courses of diagnosis or treatment discussed or suggested in this activity should not be used by clinicians without evaluation of their patient’s conditions and possible contraindications on dangers in use, review of any applicable manufacturer’s product information, and comparison with recommendations of other authorities. 

The author, sponsor, and publisher of this continuing education program have made all reasonable efforts to ensure that all information contained herein is accurate in accordance with the latest available scientific knowledge at the time of acceptance for publication. However, because information regarding drugs (their administration, dosages, contraindications, adverse reactions, interactions, special warnings, precautions, etc.) is subject to constant change, the reader is advised to check the manufacturer’s package insert for information concerning recommended dosages and potential problems and cautions prior to dispensing or administering the drug. Special precautions should be taken when a drug is new, or highly toxic, or is unfamiliar to the dispenser or administrant. This educational activity may contain discussion of published and/or investigational uses of agents that are not approved by the FDA. Neither the publisher nor sponsor promotes the use of any agent outside of approved labeling. Statements made in this monograph have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Nutritional products discussed are not intended for the diagnosis, treatment, cure, or prevention of  any disease.