Medical alerts faxed to physicians offices for review .
Physician Medical Alerts
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Awareness of Pertussis Cases in Fulton County ~ October 25, 2024
We have an increase in confirmed cases of Pertussis (whooping cough) in the county, however due to no linkage; there are no current outbreaks at this time. Along with other respiratory illnesses, we want to emphasize the importance of education and prevention in our community.
Full Alert with Links HERE
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Respiratory Illness Guidance ~ October 11, 2024
During the weekly local health department/ODH Epi update, ODH stated that there has been an increase in pneumonia outbreaks, especially Mycoplasma pneumoniae. They have asked for us to discuss with healthcare providers using testing panels with Mycoplasma detection.
Full Alert with Links HERE
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Respiratory Guidance Letter ~ October 10, 2024
As we enter the respiratory season, We want to take a moment to emphasize the importance of health and safety for everyone in our community. This time of year often sees an increase in respiratory illnesses, including colds, flu, COVID, and other infections.
Key Measures HERE
