All articles tagged with #flu outbreak
Originally Published 9 days ago — by SwimSwam
The Copa Coqui swimming meet in Puerto Rico has been canceled due to a severe flu outbreak that has hospitalized several swimmers, raising safety concerns and impacting college and international teams' plans amid ongoing health and travel challenges.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Times of India
Japan has declared a nationwide flu outbreak with over 4,000 hospitalizations, an unusually early start to the flu season, prompting health officials to urge vaccination and precautions, as the virus's behavior may be shifting due to changing global conditions.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Detroit News
Michigan is facing a "moderately severe" flu outbreak, with elevated flu activity and an increase in pediatric hospitalizations. The state recently confirmed its first pediatric influenza-associated death for the 2023-24 flu season. Nearly 90% of flu-related pediatric deaths in the US this year were unvaccinated children. Symptoms of influenza include high fever, muscle aches, and dehydration, with children under 5 at high risk for complications. Vaccination rates for children have been declining, but health experts emphasize the importance of getting vaccinated to decrease flu rates and severity.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WOODTV.com
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that Michigan is experiencing a "very high" level of flu activity, with only Ohio surpassing it. Flu cases have been increasing in the state for several weeks, with common symptoms including fever, cough, and fatigue. To prevent flu infections, the CDC recommends getting vaccinated annually and practicing everyday preventive actions such as frequent handwashing and covering coughs and sneezes.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KFDX - Texomashomepage.com
Olney ISD in Young County, Texas, has canceled classes at all campuses for two days due to outbreaks of flu, COVID, and other infectious diseases. The closure is aimed at allowing students and staff to recover and for maintenance staff to sanitize the facilities. Classes are expected to resume on Thursday, January 25, 2024.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Daily Mail
The Charleroi Area School District in Pennsylvania has switched to remote learning after nearly 100 students experienced flu-like symptoms. Over 30 students were sent home, some requiring hospitalization. This decision follows outbreaks in schools across the nation, with some areas reporting up to 40% of students absent due to illness. The district does not plan to return to virtual learning this week but encourages parents to be cautious. The 2022-2023 flu season is one of the worst in the past decade, with millions of symptomatic cases reported so far.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WHIO
Fairborn High School in Ohio is closed today due to a major flu outbreak, with a third of the students and 20 staff members affected. The school district decided to close after consulting with the Greene County Health Department. Classes and weekend activities have been canceled, and the school plans to reopen on Monday. The closure only affects Fairborn High School, while other schools in the district will operate as normal.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WHIO
Fairborn High School in Ohio will be closed on Friday due to a major flu outbreak, with nearly a third of the students absent and 20 staff members also affected. Some students have tested positive for Covid-19 as well. The school district superintendent recommended that parents monitor their children and seek appropriate medical attention if necessary. The school plans to sanitize all surfaces over the weekend and aims to reopen on Monday. This closure only affects Fairborn High School, while other schools in the district will operate as normal.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KOCO Oklahoma City
Oklahoma animal shelters, including Oklahoma City Animal Welfare, may be reopening soon after being shut down for months due to a flu outbreak. The shelters have had to euthanize 717 animals and are currently treating those showing signs of illness. The community needs to build up immunity to the disease to prevent further outbreaks. Some shelters, like Moore Animal Shelter, are open for adoption but not taking in new animals. The vaccine is on backorder, but the shelters hope local vets will recommend it for all animals. Neutering has been performed to have animals available for adoption when the shelters reopen.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KOCO Oklahoma City
The Edmond Animal Shelter in Oklahoma has closed due to a potential flu outbreak among dogs, with no animals allowed in or out. The shelter is now in quarantine, joining other metro facilities that have been affected by respiratory illness this year. The outbreak is believed to be canine influenza, and the shelter is facing a shortage of medication due to a nationwide shortage. Canine flu vaccines are expected to be available next week, but until then, dog owners are encouraged to avoid public places like dog parks.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by FOX 2 Detroit
Marcus Garvey Academy in Detroit has been closed for a week due to an unusually high number of flu-like symptoms among students, including fever and vomiting. A kindergartner also died last week, but it's unclear if it was from the flu. The school will undergo a deep cleaning before reopening on Monday. Health officials are reminding people to wash their hands and report symptoms to prevent the spread of illness.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New Zealand Herald
All schools in Samoa have been ordered to close for at least a week due to a flu outbreak that has infected hundreds of children. The number of confirmed cases of flu has now reached more than 2400, with the majority being young children. Neighbouring American Samoa is also dealing with a health emergency - a measles outbreak. From Monday, anyone travelling from American Samoa to Samoa must be vaccinated against the highly contagious disease and show proof of vaccination.