ARI Outbreak Case Definition (including COVID-19, influenza, and RSV): 3 or more residents/staff from the same unit/wing with 2 or more ARI symptoms* within 72 hours
*Fever >100°F or 2 degrees above baseline, cough, nasal congestion, myalgia, sore throat

Steps to report:

1. Fill out report form.
2. Fill out appropriate line lists.
   1. ARI Resident Line List
   2. ARI Staff Line List
3. Email both report form and line list(s) to: bc.health.public.ltcf@browncountywi.gov (or fax to (920) 448-6449).
   1. In the subject line, include facility name with suspect outbreak type (ARI).

Public Health staff will reach out to review information and discuss testing options.

Items to review and follow:

1. Wisconsin DHS Guidelines "Preventing and Controlling Respiratory Illness Outbreaks in Long-Term Care Facilities"
2. Follow facility/organizational guidelines for ARI outbreaks.
3. Implement appropriate transmission-based precautions.
4. Increase the frequency of routine cleaning, including bathrooms and frequently touched surfaces.
5. Post signage indicating that the facility is experiencing an increase in ARI illness.
6. Continue to submit line lists daily to Brown County Public Health via email for the duration of the outbreak and when the outbreak is over. Please complete ALL fields on the line lists.