Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)Latest Information About SARSThe following health organizations are tracking and studying
severe acute respiratory syndrome (SARS). Their Web
sites contain the most up-to-date information, including advice for
travelers. - The World Health Organization
(WHO) offers information about the status of the disease around the
world, including summaries of research meetings and an archive of articles
about the SARS outbreak of 2003. WHO also issues travel recommendations. You
can find information at www.who.int/csr/sars/en.
- The United
States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides
information about the cause of the disease, diagnostic tests, possible
treatments, and travel alerts and advisories for affected areas. The Web site
also contains recommendations to prevent the spread of infection. You can find
information at www.cdc.gov/ncidod/sars.
- Health
Canada offers information on the government's response to SARS, clinical
guidelines, public health and infection control recommendations, and
information for travelers. You can find information at
www.hc-sc.gc.ca/dc-ma/sars-sras/index_e.html.
- British Columbia (BC) Provincial Health Officer offers current
information and advice on SARS and provides a link to the British Columbia
Centre for Disease Control (BCCDC). You can find information at
www.healthservices.gov.bc.ca/pho/sars.html.
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| | Author: | Maria G. Essig, MS, ELS | Last Updated: August 2, 2007 | | Medical Review: | Caroline S. Rhoads, MD - Internal Medicine W. David Colby IV, MSc, MD, FRCPC - Infectious Disease | © 1995-2008 Healthwise, Incorporated. Healthwise, Healthwise for every health decision, and the Healthwise logo are trademarks of Healthwise, Incorporated.This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. How this information was developed to help you make better health decisions.
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