Category Archives: News

Operational Considerations for Adapting a Contact Tracing Program to Respond to the COVID-19 Pandemic

Contact tracing is a key component of controlling transmission of infectious diseases. This document is for CDC country offices, ministries of health, sub-national public health authorities, and other implementing partners in non-US settings. While select adaptations may be relevant for any jurisdiction, the document focuses on adaptations that might be especially useful in low- and…read more »

Biosafety

This page will provide Laboratory personnel with COVID-19 Biosafety information.read more »

Data and Reporting

The purpose of this page is to provide laboratory personal with appropriate COVID-19 Data and Reporting information.read more »

Testing

The purpose of this page is to provide Covid-19 testing information for laboratory personnel.read more »

Strategies for Optimizing the Supply of Eye Protection

Purpose: This document offers a series of strategies or options to optimize supplies of eye protection in healthcare settings when there is limited supply. It does not address other aspects of pandemic planning; for those, healthcare facilities can refer to COVID-19 preparedness plans.read more »