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Published Oct. 20, 2020. Requested actions Recommend influenza vaccine for everyone over age 6 months without contraindications to the vaccine. You can use this toolkit to promote influenza vaccination among healthcare workers. Be aware Washington State Department of Health (DOH) released new guidelines on when people with COVID-like symptoms and no known exposure can return … Health Advisory: Influenza and COVID-19 Updates
Published Sept. 3, 2020. Requested actions Be aware COVID-19 testing guidance has not changed in Washington State or Whatcom County. Test all patients with COVID-19 symptoms and their close contacts, even if asymptomatic. Wait at least 5 days after exposure to test those without symptoms. Be aware Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) updated … Health Advisory: COVID-19 Updates for Providers
Published Aug. 27, 2020 Requested actions Be aware CDC released new guidance on preventing influenza with vaccines during the 2020-2021 season. Background On Aug. 21, CDC released recommendations for immunization practices of seasonal influenza during the 2020-2021 season. Given the concurrent COVID-19 pandemic, widespread use of Influenza vaccine is more important than ever.. In addition … Health Advisory: Influenza Updates for Providers
Published by DOH Aug. 11, 2020. Requested actions Be aware Washington State Board of Health adopted an emergency rule on COVID-19 notification and reporting. Be aware of Washington State Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS’) Safe Start for Long-Term Care (LTC) recommendations and requirements for: Nursing homes and intermediate care facilities for people with … 8/13/20 Health Advisory: COVID-19 Updates for Providers
August 6, 2020 Requested actions Start planning for school-related immunizations. Be aware of the State Board of Health immunization rule change. Anticipate increased requests and demand. Be aware of the new guidelines regarding Tdap in schools. Provide students with medically verified immunization records for schools. Students must have their records by the first day of … 8/6/20 Health Advisory: Immunizations and COVID-19 Updates for Providers
