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Amador County Grand Jury
• 2014-2015
aspects of such an event. This coalition includes the local Oes, who would act as communications central, plus more
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Findings 4 findings
F1
Page 17
Although its appearance in Amador County is unlikely, the highly contagious Ebola virus disease has become of worldwide concern, thus it is of great importance for local health professionals at every level to prepare to deal with it. 11
F2
Page 18
A coalition of health care workers and the other agencies in the County who might be involved with any aspect of an outbreak has been formed, and there has been constant communication with the CDC to assure that members are kept up to speed with any new information or procedures on the Ebola front.
F3
Page 18
Sutter Amador Hospital is a designated frontline healthcare facility in area dealings with Ebola or any highly contagious disease.
F4
Page 18
Amador county entities who would be involved directly with Ebola disease have practiced the parts they would play and have expressed confidence that they are ready for a real emergency.
Recommendations 1
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R1Page 18Members of the Amador County coalition of public health workers and other entities who have prepared to handle an Ebola crisis would very much appreciate recognition for the great effort that has gone into organizing such a large cooperative venture. Their stated policy of working together towards preparing to deal with Ebola, or other serious contagious disease, has already been well established. The Grand Jury agrees, and highly recommends that there be public acknowledgement of this venture.