PPHSN SARS guidelines 09 April Figure 5-Risk assessment algorithm for contacts / travellers during potential incubation period

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PPHSN Guidelines

For the Preparedness, Surveillance And

Response To Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)

in Pacific Island Countries And Territories

April 9^th2003

SARS is a new disease syndrome. Our knowledge about the best way to prevent and treat it is constantly evolving. These guidelines will be continuously updated. Please regularly check PPHSN website for the most up to date guidance. These guidelines have also been ‘harmonised’ with the WHO WPRO guidelines published on 4^th April.

MANAGEMENT OF CONTACTS OF SUSPECTED AND PROBABLE CASES (Updated 09.04.03)

Figure 5: Risk assessment algorithm for contacts / travellers doing

potential incubation period

PPHSN SARS Guidelines - 09/04/2003

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