Outbreaks at Schools, Day Care, and Long-term Care Facilities
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Checklist For Schools When Outbreaks of Gastroenteritis are Suspected
Step 1. Gather information | Step 2. Contact public health | Step 3. Implement interim outbreak control measures | Step 4. Communicate | Log Sheets - Communicating with Parents During an Outbreak
Includes sample letters to parents:
- Sample parent letter: During a Gastrointestinal Outbreak
- Sample parent letter: During a Norovirus Outbreak
- Sample parent letter: Respiratory Disease Prevention
- Tips for Working with the Media During an Outbreak
- More information on controlling outbreaks at schools and long-term care facilities is available at MDH. Please call 1-877-FOOD-ILL (877-366-3455) to receive more information about controlling outbreaks at your facility.
