The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has identified an increased number of measles cases and outbreaks in the United States since January 1, 2019. The last case of measles reported in West Virginia was in 2009 following international travel. Clinicians are encouraged to continue vigilance for cases of measles among all age groups and to report suspected cases of measles immediately to their local health department (LHD) as per the West Virginia Reportable Disease Rule (64 CSR 7). Additionally, clinicians should take this opportunity to ensure patients are up-to-date on measles vaccination (MMR). MMR information can be found at https://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd/measles/index.html.
Archives for April 2019
Division of Personnel State Government Career Fair
Division of Personnel State Government Career Fair Hosted by Division of Personnel Staffing Services 681-313-2704 www.personnel.wv.gov and WorkForce WV 1-800-252-JOBS(5627) www.workforcewv.org
Health Advisory
NEW recommendations for ALL health providers on HIV screening, testing, and follow-up care.
HEALTH ALERT #156 Acute Flaccid Myelitis
West Virginia has confirmed a case of Acute Flaccid Myelitis (AFM). AFM is a rare but serious condition that affects the nervous system, causing muscles and reflexes in the body to become weak. The last confirmed case of AFM in West Virginia was in 2016. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recognized AFM in 2014 as a syndrome following increased reports of acute limb weakness and began surveillance for this condition. Clinicians are encouraged to continue vigilance for cases of AFM among all age groups and to immediately report suspected cases of AFM to their local health department (LHD) as per the West Virginia Reportable Disease Rule (64 CSR 7).