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local-news1 year ago

Health Officials Warn of Deadly 'Zombie Drug' Surge Across Multiple States

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has issued a warning about medetomidine, a veterinary tranquilizer linked to overdose deaths in Ingham, Berrien, and Wayne counties. Medetomidine, which is not approved for human use, can cause severe adverse effects and is not detectable by current testing strips. The MDHHS urges healthcare providers and harm reduction agencies to raise awareness and implement strategies to reduce overdose risks.

via WDIV ClickOnDetroit|
#local-news#mdhhs#medetomidine
health1 year ago

"Michigan's First Pediatric Flu Death of 2023-2024 Season Confirmed"

Michigan's Department of Health and Human Services confirmed the first child flu death of the 2023-2024 season, with the child reported to have contracted Influenza A (H1N1). Health officials emphasized the importance of flu vaccination, as only 19.2% of Michigan children aged six months to 17 years have been vaccinated against the flu. The state is experiencing a rise in flu cases, and nationally, there have been significant flu-related hospitalizations and deaths.

via UpNorthLive.com|
#child-death#flu#health
health1 year ago

"Michigan Reports First Pediatric Flu Death of 2023-2024 Season"

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has confirmed the first pediatric death linked to influenza this season, with the child contracting influenza A, H1N1. At least 93 flu-related pediatric deaths have been reported nationwide this season, prompting health officials to strongly recommend flu vaccination for everyone six months of age and older. Michigan is currently experiencing a rise in influenza cases, and MDHHS reports that 25.1% of Michigan residents are vaccinated against the flu this season.

via WXYZ 7 Action News Detroit|
#flu-vaccine#health#influenza
health1 year ago

"Michigan Health Department Reports First Pediatric Flu Death of 2023-2024 Season"

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has reported the first influenza-related pediatric death in the state this flu season, emphasizing the importance of flu vaccination as influenza cases rise. With influenza-like illness levels at a high, MDHHS recommends everyone aged 6 months and older to get vaccinated, as only around 25% of Michigan residents have been vaccinated against the flu this season.

via WOODTV.com|
#flu-vaccine#health#influenza
health1 year ago

"Michigan Reports First Measles Case Since 2019 Amid Nationwide Increase"

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has confirmed the state’s first case of measles since 2019, with a child from Oakland County contracting the virus after traveling internationally. The MDHHS recommends vaccination for everyone at least 12 months old to prevent the spread of the highly contagious disease, which has seen a resurgence in the last 20 years. Symptoms typically appear within 7 to 14 days of exposure and can include fever, cough, rash, and more. Vaccination rates have dropped following the COVID-19 pandemic, and Michigan residents are urged to contact their doctor or local health department to schedule a vaccination appointment.

via WOODTV.com|
#health#mdhhs#measles