The Centers for Disease Control have released guidelines for laboratory workers regarding the recent H1N1 (Swine Flu) outbreak. The materials include information on laboratory safety, infection control, and case definitions.

• Swine Influenza A (H1N1) Virus Biosafety Guidelines for Laboratory Workers
• Interim Guidance for Infection Control for Care of Patients with Confirmed or Suspected Swine Influenza A (H1N1) Virus Infection in a Healthcare Setting
• Interim Guidance on Case Definitions for Swine Influenza A (H1N1) Human Case Investigations
• Interim Guidance on Specimen Collection, Processing, and Testing for Patients with Suspected Swine-Origin Influenza A (H1N1) Virus Infection

For more information about the H1N1 Virus outbreak, visit the CDC website. Additional information is also available by calling 1-800- CDC-INFO (1-800-232-4636).