For Healthcare Professionals

Case Definitions

Standardized case definition for probable and confirmed cases of acute flaccid myelitis (AFM).

Specimen Collection and Submission

Guidelines for collecting, handling, and shipping clinical specimens.

Data Collection

Patient summary form to collect data on acute flaccid myelitis patients who meet the standardized case definition.

Interim Considerations for Clinical Management of Patients

Information to help clinicians and public health officials manage care of patients with acute flaccid myelitis.

FAQs for Healthcare Professionals

Answers to frequently asked questions about AFM.