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1/17/2025 Health Advisory: Measles case in King County
Background Local public health officials in King County are investigating a confirmed measles case in an adult who traveled through Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) on January 10, 2025, while infectious. The individual is a resident of Alaska and was likely exposed to measles while traveling abroad. Anyone who was at the following locations during the…
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11/21/24 Health Advisory: Pertussis Update
Whatcom County Health and Community Services (WCHCS) staff continue to respond to a rise in pertussis infections at the local levels. Pertussis reports have also been rising in Washington state and nationally. WCHCS asks that healthcare providers remain alert for patients with symptoms of pertussis and to report suspected cases. Current Situation Pertussis cases reported…
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10/24/24 Health Advisory: Increase in Pertussis Infections in Whatcom County
Whatcom County Health and Community Services (WCHCS) staff continue to respond to a rise in pertussis infections at the local levels. Pertussis reports have also been rising in Washington state and nationally. WCHCS asks that healthcare providers remain alert for patients with symptoms of pertussis and to report suspected cases. Reporting options: Current Situation As…