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9/25/26 Health Advisory: Increase in Pertussis
Current Situation Whatcom County Health and Community Services (WCHCS) is investigating multiple pertussis cases recently diagnosed in Whatcom County. Healthcare clinicians and providers are asked to remain alert for pertussis, consider testing and treatment when appropriate, and promptly report suspected cases to WCHCS. Reporting Suspected Cases Report suspected or confirmed pertussis cases within 24 hours:…
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09/22/26 Health Advisory: 2026–2027 Respiratory Illness Season Immunization Recommendations
Summary of 2026-27 guidance from AAP, AAFP, ACOG, and IDSA: We recommend you rely on evidence-based immunization guidance from trusted national medical specialty societies, including: Find a summary of their recommendations below, as well as at SpreadTheFacts.org. For more detail, see the childhood and adult vaccine schedules and guidelines for immunocompromised patients (the brief summary below does not include guidance…
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8/3/26 Measles Readiness in Healthcare Facilities
As of July 27th, the U.S. has reported 2,318 confirmed measles cases – the highest number in 35 years. In light of ongoing measles activity and the risk of healthcare-associated exposures, Whatcom County Health and Community Service (WCHCS) is encouraging all healthcare facilities in our jurisdiction to review and strengthen their measles preparedness plans. WCHCS…