ORLANDO, FL -- October 22, 2009 -- The Emergency Medicine Learning & Resource Center is pleased to present this planning template to business owners and managers to help them prepare their businesses and employees for the impact of the H1N1 flu virus and other natural and man-made disasters on the business community. In keeping with our mission to promote public health, we have assembled the following planning template to help you work through the staffing, health, and supply issues that might arise from a wide-spread outbreak of H1N1 in our area. With careful planning, your business should be able to
operate despite possible impacts.

As in any potential emergency situation, calm, thoughtful preparation is the key to a successful outcome. For additional materials or assistance in preparing your plan, please see the resource list on the final page.

The Emergency Medicine Learning & Resource Center (EMLRC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and advancing emergency medicine, disaster management, pre-hospital emergency care and public health through the provision of educational and research programs. The EMLRC provides lifesaving education for lifesavers.

For further information contact:
John Todaro, Director/Chief Operating Officer
Emergency Medicine Learning & Resource Center
3717 South Conway Road
Orlando, FL 32812-7607
Phone: 800-766-6335
Email: jtodaro@emlrc.org
Internet: www.emlrc.org

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