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Scabies Outbreak at Utah State Prison Prompts Visitation Limits

At least 57 cases of scabies have been reported at the Utah State Correctional Facility, leading to quarantine measures and restricted visitation. The cases are contained to the "Green Unit," where inmates receive sex offense or substance abuse treatment. Treatment and cleaning protocols are being implemented, including washing clothing and bedding and educating inmates and staff on proper hygiene. Scabies is a skin infection caused by a human itch mite and is usually spread through direct contact with an infected person.

via FOX 13 News Utah|

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West Nile virus found in mosquitoes at Utah prison

Mosquitoes at the Utah State Correctional Facility in Weber County, Utah, have tested positive for West Nile virus, along with several mosquito populations in the surrounding areas. The Weber Mosquito Abatement District will increase spraying efforts in these areas to prevent the spread of the virus. The Utah Department of Corrections is prioritizing the protection of staff and inmates by providing free repellent and encouraging preventative measures. While there is no immediate threat, vigilance is necessary due to the prison's proximity to mosquito habitats. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported 455 human cases of West Nile virus in the U.S. this year, with only one case in Utah.

via KSL.com|

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West Nile virus discovered in Utah State Prison, posing health risks

Mosquitoes at the Utah State Correctional Facility in Salt Lake City have tested positive for West Nile virus. In response, prison officials are encouraging inmates and staff to take preventive measures, such as using bug repellent and wearing protective clothing. While there have been no reported cases of West Nile virus in people at the prison, staff will monitor inmates for signs of the virus. The facility was built on prime mosquito habitat, and last year, lawmakers allocated $300,000 to address the mosquito problem. Corrections staff have been trained to apply larvicide to kill mosquito larvae in bodies of water around the facility.

via Salt Lake Tribune|

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