Henry Co. Health Department confirms first human case of West Nile virus
HENRY COUNTY, Ohio (WTVG) - The Henry County Health Department has announced that the first human West Nile virus case has been confirmed.
State health officials identify 12th human case of West Nile Virus
Health officials announced a twelfth human case of West Nile Virus in the Commonwealth on Monday. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health says the individual is a man in his 50s and he was exposed to the virus in Essex County.
West Nile Virus cases rare but rising in NC after wet summer
As summer ended, incidents of West Nile Virus were trending above average in North Carolina and being reported among residents of the Triangle and Charlotte. There were 16 reported cases of the disease among North Carolina residents as of mid-September,
Letters: Take seriously the threat of West Nile virus
The mosquito has often been heralded as Louisiana’s state bird for its variable size and a local nuisance because of its aggressive feeding habits, but in truth it is merely
Cases of West Nile virus continue to creep higher
The 19 cases have been found in 12 different counties and the City of Detroit. That includes one case each in Berrien, Calhoun and Kent counties. In addition to those 19 cases, there are 67 cases of West Nile virus confirmed in animals.
West Nile Virus found in three more counties
The Maine Center for Disease Control has found more birds with West Nile Virus. The CDC says wild birds have tested positive in Piscataquis, Sagdahoc, and Washington Counties. They also say an alpaca in Lincoln County tested positive.
West Nile Virus detected in three more counties, Maine CDC says
The Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC) announced Monday that mosquito-borne West Nile Virus (WNV) has been detected in three additional counties in the state. In a news release,
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Health Department warns of spike in overdose cases
Typically, the city sees between 10 and 15 nonfatal overdose cases in a week, but Kevin Hall with the Health Department says ...
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Health department has growing concerns after overdose spike
The average number of nonfatal overdoses in Lexington ranges anywhere from 10 to 17 per week. The Lexington Fayette County ...
Overdoses spiked in Lexington this week. What the health department wants you to know.
A recent spike in overdoses has led the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department to issue a public warning. Between Sept.
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Health Department Salutes Medical Reserve Corps Volunteers
This National Preparedness Month, we want to give a special shoutout to our incredible MRC Volunteers! Your dedication plays ...
Baltimore health leaders urge children to get updated COVID-19 vaccination
With students back in the classroom, and fall and winter ahead of us, Baltimore health leaders are urging children to get ...
Looking to get your flu shot? Madison Co. Health Department has you covered
The health department said there are no out-of-pocket costs but participants are asked to bring their insurance cards.
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NYC Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan to resign
Vasan has led the health department since 2022. Vasan's resignation comes amid recent resignations from New York City ...
NYC Health Commissioner Ashwin Vasan resigns City hall post
Vasan became the city’s top doctor in March 2022, leading the city’s recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. He is leaving for ...
After Three Years, County Department of Environmental Health Lifts Imperial Beach Closures
Late Sunday, San Diego County’s Department of Environmental Health and Quality lifted the beach closures in Imperial Beach ...
Tulsa Health Department keeps fairgoers safe from foodborne illness with food vendor inspections
The Tulsa Health Department (THD) has worked closely with the Tulsa State Fair to ensure fairgoers can eat their favorite ...
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District Health Department #10 announces COVID-19, flu vaccination clinics
District Health Department #10 offers COVID-19 and flu vaccinations in Mecosta County, including walk-in clinics ...
Embattled Turkey Leg Hut shut down by Houston Health Department with 34 violations
The Houston Health Department shut down Turkey Leg Hut on Thursday after slapping the popular and embattled Third Ward ...