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 Public Health Alert
Since January 1, 2010, WCCHD is investigating two outbreaks
of a norovirus-like illness at long term care facilities. Thus far, over
40 residents and staff have experienced symptoms including abdominal pain,
diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. Gastroenteritis while usually self-limited
can be extremely debilitating in fragile elderly populations. Several
residents have either been hospitalized and have visited the emergency room.
For more information call (512) 943-3660 and visit:
http://www.wcchd.org/Services/DiseaseMgmt/Norovirus.htm
Click here for Influenza (FLU) information.
To report a public health emergency:
Call 911 for all medical or life-threatening emergencies. The public
may report public health emergencies to WCCHD Monday-Friday between the
hours of 8am-5pm at (512) 943-3660 or (512) 943-3600. To report public
health emergencies on weekends, after-hours, or holidays call (512)
943-1389. The Department of State Health Services may be contacted
after-hours at 1-800-252-8239.
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