As of Monday, Health Commissioner Brandon Fischer said there are no additional confirmed measles cases, with the county’s total remaining at one. Fischer is also stressing the importance of the MMR vaccine to reduce the risk of infection.
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It’s cold and flu season, and most of us will encounter a virus at some point. So, how does our immune system work to keep us healthy? According to Michaela Gack, PhD, Scientific Director of the Cleveland Clinic Florida Research and Innovation Center, once we fight off a virus, our immune system does its best to protect us from a second infection. “Whenever we have a second infection, these antibodies can be produced and thereby protect us but there are some limitations,” said Dr. Gack. “It only works if it’s the same virus or very similar virus.”
Doctors urging people to get vaccinated for whooping cough as cases rise around the United States.
With more cases of the West Nile virus being reported here in the US, some people may be wondering how it spreads and what can be done to stop it. Dr. Cardona said that in most cases, a person who gets infected with the West Nile virus will not show any symptoms. However, those who do may get a fever, headache, body aches, vomiting, diarrhea, or a rash. In rare instances, West Nile can be deadly. Dr. Cardona said, as of right now, there is no specific medication to treat it nor any vaccination available.
COLUMBUS, OH (WEXNER MEDICAL CENTER) - As STIs become an increasingly serious public health threat, a new survey reveals many people are misinformed about their risks. Sexually transmitted infections, or STIs, are on the rise in the U.S., and unfortunately, a new survey finds an alarming number of Americans have dangerous misconceptions about how STIs are spread and who is at risk. Barb Consiglio has more on what you need to know to take charge of your sexual health.
Allen County Public Health warns against getting tattoos from anyone except a licensed professional.
Dr. Steve Martin, dean of the College of Pharmacy at Ohio Northern, says that around 30 to 50 million people are expected to get the flu every year. He recommends to help with those numbers, people 6 months and older should get out and receive the flu shot, especially as this flu season looks like it may be a rough one for some people.
COVID-19 cases are on the rise once again in Ohio, but health orders from the state seem unlikely.
A former Allen County Jail inmate files a lawsuit against the jail claiming negligence caused a MRSA outbreak two years ago.