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04/17/26 Health Advisory: Be alert for medetomidine overdose and withdrawal in people who use fentanyl
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recently notified public health professionals, clinicians, laboratorians, and people at risk for overdose about the presence of medetomidine in the illegal drug supply, particularly in substances sold as fentanyl. Medetomidine is also colloquially called rhino tranq, mede, or dex. Its use can lead to overdose and a serious withdrawal…
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4/3/26 Health Advisory: Two measles cases identified in King County connected to international travel
King County Public Health has issued the following alert on two measles cases connected to international travel Exposure Locations Requested actions Immediately report suspected measles cases. Call Whatcom County Health and Community Services: 360-778-6100. Consider measles in patients with these symptoms: Immediately isolate patients with suspected measles: Collect specimens from patients with suspected measles for diagnostic…
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03/16/2026 Health Advisory: Increase in Pertussis
Current Situation Whatcom County Health and Community Services (WCHCS) staff are investigating multiple pertussis cases in Whatcom County associated with higher education settings. WCHCS asks that healthcare providers remain alert for patients with symptoms of pertussis and to report suspected cases. Reporting options: Condition Summary Recommendations for Healthcare Providers Vaccine recommendations More Resources Contact Us