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Swine flu-related death confirmed in Washoe County

The Associated Press

3:41 p.m. October 8, 2009

RENO, Nev. — Health officials say a second death related to the swine flu has been confirmed in Washoe County.

Officials say the man between 25 and 49 years old died last week. He had underlying health conditions.

The Washoe District Health Department last month reported the swine flu-related death of a woman between 25 and 49 who had underlying health conditions.

Washoe District Health Department data show there were 90 new cases of swine flu reported in the county last week, for a total of 833 since April 29.

Three of the new cases required hospitalization and 51 of the new cases were in the age group of 5 to 18.

http://www3.signonsandiego.com/stories/2009/oct/08/nv-swine-flu-nevada-100809/?california%20&%20the%20west

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Washoe County to begin H1N1 vaccinations for high-risk groups this week

October 20, 2009

The Washoe County Health District will begin vaccinating high-risk groups for the H1N1 (swine) flu on Thursday, Judy Davis, the district’s spokeswoman, said today.

Those groups are:

* Health care and emergency medical services personnel who still haven’t been vaccinated.

* Pregnant women, who are at higher risk of complications and can potentially provide protection to infants who cannot be vaccinated.

* Caregivers or other people who are in contact with children younger than 6 months of age. Those infants are at higher risk of influenza-related complications but can’t be vaccinated. Vaccinating those around them could protect then from the virus.

* People ages 6 months through 24 years of age. Children from 6 months through 18 years of age are in close contact at school and at day care facilities, which increases the likelihood of spreading the disease. Many cases of H1N1 influenza have occurred in young adults 19-24 years of age because they often live, work and study in close proximity, and they frequently are a mobile population.

* People who are 24-64 years of age with underlying health problems, such as diabetes, asthma, a weakened immune system, heart and lung disease, are more susceptible to serious complications from H1N1.

Davis said the inoculations will be given based on the honor system, but people will be asked to sign a brief form citing what condition they have that puts them in the high-risk category.

There is no charge for the H1N1 inoculations from public health agencies because the vaccination program for the novel flu strain is funded by the federal government.

The free shots are available at the Washoe County Health District, at 1001 E. Ninth St., Building B. Vaccinations are by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, call 775-328-2402 on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 8 a.m. to noon and from 1 to 4:30 p.m.

Because the health district has been inundated with questions about the H1N1 flu, it has set up a toll-free number for the public to call and get answers through the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment at 1-877-462-2911.

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October 26, 2009

Colored arm bands to be used to control Washoe swine flu vaccinations Tuesday

By Lenita Powers
lpowers@rgj.com

The Washoe County Health District will distribute color-coded armbands Tuesday and Thursday at free H1N1 vaccination clinics for high-risk groups, to avoid the angry protest from people turned away at last week’s first clinic.

High-risk individuals also will be given an estimated time when they can expect to be vaccinated, Judy Davis, spokeswoman for the health district, said Monday.

“Based on that, they can leave for a couple of hours and do errands or take the kids somewhere then come back at the appointed time,” Davis said.

“We will have people guiding them to make sure they return to their color-coded group,” she said. “So even though they might not be the first in line, they shouldn’t have to wait more than an hour at most after that.”

Instead of scheduling a closing time, the process will continue until the first 900 people in line are given arm bands each day, she said. That means health workers should be able to determine earlier where the cutoff point will be for those still in line.

"The other thing we did was take a good look at the forms we were having people fill out and we combined those three pages into one form, so hopefully that will speed things along as well,” Davis said.

County health workers vaccinated more than 1,000 high-risk individuals Oct. 22, instead of the 600 they had anticipated in six hours. That left about 100 people who had waited in line for hours. Some refused to leave until Washoe County sheriff’s deputies were called, Davis said.

“We did call for backup and I think the presence of people in uniform did help us get the message across that we were closed for the day,” she said. “Yes, we did learn lessons from last week so we are going to do a couple of things differently this week that we think will help all the way around.”

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H1N1 clinics for high-risk groups Tuesday and Thursday
WHERE: Free H1N1 (swine) flu vaccinations will be given to high-risk groups Tuesday and Thursday at in the Washoe County Health District’s Building B, 1001 E. Ninth St., Reno, at the corner of Wells Avenue and Ninth Street. The clinic will begin at 1 p.m. and continue until the first 900 people in line are vaccinated. Seasonal flu vaccinations will not be available at these clinics.
WHEN: The vaccinations will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Patients must sign a form certifying they are in a high-risk group. Adults must provide photo identification to verify age.
WHO: The high-risk groups include health care and emergency medical workers, pregnant women, and people ages 6 months to 24 years. Also in the high-risk category are people ages 25 to 64 with underlying medical conditions such as asthma, diabetes, suppressed immune systems, heart disease, kidney disease, and neuromuscular disorders that put them at risk of complications from the flu. Also caregivers and other people who are in regular contact with children younger than 6 months of age.
WHAT KIND: The H1N1 vaccine will be available as nasal spray, which can be given only to those who are healthy, not pregnant and between the ages of 2 through 49 years of age, and shots, which can be given to anyone age 6 months of age and older.
COST: There is no cost for either the nasal spray or shot form of H1N1 flu vaccine at the Washoe County Health District or other public health agencies. However, non-taxpayer-supported and private clinics can charge an administration fee of up to $21.34 per vaccination under federal guidelines
(The H1N1 vaccine will be offered to the general public after the demand from high-risk groups is met and more supplies are available. )

http://www.rgj.com/article/20091026/HEALTH/91026055&OAS_sitepage=news.rgj.com%2Fbreakingnews

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Posted: January 30 2010 at 4:17pm

Free H1N1 clinics
Vaccinations will be given to anyone 6 months of age or older. Children younger than 10 years old who received their first dose of H1N1 flu vaccine at least four weeks ago now can get their recommended second dose at the following locations.
All clinics will be held on a first-come, first-served, walk-in basis, weather permitting. No appointment is needed. Clinics will close promptly at the times stated:
o 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. today at Damonte Ranch High School, 10500 Rio Wrangler Parkway
o 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday at the Washoe County Health District, 1001 E. Ninth St. in Building B; enter through the gate off of Wells Avenue just north of East Ninth Street
o 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday at the health district
o 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 6 at Spanish Springs High School, 100 Marilyn Mae Drive, Sparks

Seasonal flu vaccinations
Washoe County Health District charges from $16 to $38 per dose for the seasonal flu vaccine. The cost is determined by things such as client age, insurance coverage and whether the nasal or short form of vaccine is used.
For a list of seasonal flu vaccine providers, visit http://immunizenevada.com/about-nic/flu/

Washoe County H1N1 cases
Washoe County had 1,106 laboratory-confirmed cases and five related deaths since the beginning of the pandemic in April 2009.

http://www.rgj.com/article/20100130/NEWS/100130018/1003/CARSON/H1N1-flu-could-peak-again-Nevada-officials-fear

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Posted: February 03 2011 at 9:09am

Flu cases fluctuating as peak period nears

February 2, 2011

Cases of influenza were down slightly in Washoe County last week after trending near epidemic levels in late December and the first two weeks in January.

However, people should still be diligent about getting their flu shots if they haven't done so already, officials said.

"In reality, our flu cases don't really spike until end of February, first of March," said Phil Ulibarri, public information officer for the Washoe County Health Department. "If we go how we've seen things in the past, we're still a couple of weeks away from the peak of the season for us. That's why we encourage people to get flu shots."

Twenty-two 22 cases of influenza in Washoe County were confirmed last week, down from 24 the week before.

Nevada is one of 17 states where influenza is considered to be widespread, according to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Though people can get the flu at any time, the flu season typically runs from October into the spring. This year's flu vaccine expires in June, said Steve Kutz, a registered nurse and immunization program supervisor for Washoe County.

The good news is the flu vaccine is plentiful this year and people have the option of getting both the influenza and H1N1 vaccines at the same time.

Kutz said people should also take basic measures if they do get sick.

"Stay home if you have a fever over 100.4; cough into the crook of your arm, not into your hand, just things like that," he said.

http://www.rgj.com/article/20110202/NEWS/102020354/1321/news

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Jen147 Forum Moderator Joined: August 28 2009 Online Status: Offline Posts: 6754	Topic: WASHOE Posted: September 29 2009 at 12:45pm
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	Swine flu-related death confirmed in Washoe County The Associated Press 3:41 p.m. October 8, 2009 RENO, Nev. — Health officials say a second death related to the swine flu has been confirmed in Washoe County. Officials say the man between 25 and 49 years old died last week. He had underlying health conditions. The Washoe District Health Department last month reported the swine flu-related death of a woman between 25 and 49 who had underlying health conditions. Washoe District Health Department data show there were 90 new cases of swine flu reported in the county last week, for a total of 833 since April 29. Three of the new cases required hospitalization and 51 of the new cases were in the age group of 5 to 18. http://www3.signonsandiego.com/stories/2009/oct/08/nv-swine-flu-nevada-100809/?california%20&%20the%20west
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	http://www.rgj.com/article/20091020/NEWS/91020030/1321/NEWS Washoe County to begin H1N1 vaccinations for high-risk groups this week October 20, 2009 The Washoe County Health District will begin vaccinating high-risk groups for the H1N1 (swine) flu on Thursday, Judy Davis, the district’s spokeswoman, said today. Those groups are: * Health care and emergency medical services personnel who still haven’t been vaccinated. * Pregnant women, who are at higher risk of complications and can potentially provide protection to infants who cannot be vaccinated. * Caregivers or other people who are in contact with children younger than 6 months of age. Those infants are at higher risk of influenza-related complications but can’t be vaccinated. Vaccinating those around them could protect then from the virus. * People ages 6 months through 24 years of age. Children from 6 months through 18 years of age are in close contact at school and at day care facilities, which increases the likelihood of spreading the disease. Many cases of H1N1 influenza have occurred in young adults 19-24 years of age because they often live, work and study in close proximity, and they frequently are a mobile population. * People who are 24-64 years of age with underlying health problems, such as diabetes, asthma, a weakened immune system, heart and lung disease, are more susceptible to serious complications from H1N1. Davis said the inoculations will be given based on the honor system, but people will be asked to sign a brief form citing what condition they have that puts them in the high-risk category. There is no charge for the H1N1 inoculations from public health agencies because the vaccination program for the novel flu strain is funded by the federal government. The free shots are available at the Washoe County Health District, at 1001 E. Ninth St., Building B. Vaccinations are by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, call 775-328-2402 on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays from 8 a.m. to noon and from 1 to 4:30 p.m. Because the health district has been inundated with questions about the H1N1 flu, it has set up a toll-free number for the public to call and get answers through the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment at 1-877-462-2911. http://www.rgj.com/article/20091020/NEWS/91020030/1321/NEWS
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mamamichele Forum Moderator Joined: June 16 2009 Online Status: Offline Posts: 3229	Posted: October 26 2009 at 7:45pm
	October 26, 2009 Colored arm bands to be used to control Washoe swine flu vaccinations Tuesday By Lenita Powers lpowers@rgj.com The Washoe County Health District will distribute color-coded armbands Tuesday and Thursday at free H1N1 vaccination clinics for high-risk groups, to avoid the angry protest from people turned away at last week’s first clinic. High-risk individuals also will be given an estimated time when they can expect to be vaccinated, Judy Davis, spokeswoman for the health district, said Monday. “Based on that, they can leave for a couple of hours and do errands or take the kids somewhere then come back at the appointed time,” Davis said. “We will have people guiding them to make sure they return to their color-coded group,” she said. “So even though they might not be the first in line, they shouldn’t have to wait more than an hour at most after that.” Instead of scheduling a closing time, the process will continue until the first 900 people in line are given arm bands each day, she said. That means health workers should be able to determine earlier where the cutoff point will be for those still in line. "The other thing we did was take a good look at the forms we were having people fill out and we combined those three pages into one form, so hopefully that will speed things along as well,” Davis said. County health workers vaccinated more than 1,000 high-risk individuals Oct. 22, instead of the 600 they had anticipated in six hours. That left about 100 people who had waited in line for hours. Some refused to leave until Washoe County sheriff’s deputies were called, Davis said. “We did call for backup and I think the presence of people in uniform did help us get the message across that we were closed for the day,” she said. “Yes, we did learn lessons from last week so we are going to do a couple of things differently this week that we think will help all the way around.” Additional Facts DETAILS H1N1 clinics for high-risk groups Tuesday and Thursday WHERE: Free H1N1 (swine) flu vaccinations will be given to high-risk groups Tuesday and Thursday at in the Washoe County Health District’s Building B, 1001 E. Ninth St., Reno, at the corner of Wells Avenue and Ninth Street. The clinic will begin at 1 p.m. and continue until the first 900 people in line are vaccinated. Seasonal flu vaccinations will not be available at these clinics. WHEN: The vaccinations will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Patients must sign a form certifying they are in a high-risk group. Adults must provide photo identification to verify age. WHO: The high-risk groups include health care and emergency medical workers, pregnant women, and people ages 6 months to 24 years. Also in the high-risk category are people ages 25 to 64 with underlying medical conditions such as asthma, diabetes, suppressed immune systems, heart disease, kidney disease, and neuromuscular disorders that put them at risk of complications from the flu. Also caregivers and other people who are in regular contact with children younger than 6 months of age. WHAT KIND: The H1N1 vaccine will be available as nasal spray, which can be given only to those who are healthy, not pregnant and between the ages of 2 through 49 years of age, and shots, which can be given to anyone age 6 months of age and older. COST: There is no cost for either the nasal spray or shot form of H1N1 flu vaccine at the Washoe County Health District or other public health agencies. However, non-taxpayer-supported and private clinics can charge an administration fee of up to $21.34 per vaccination under federal guidelines (The H1N1 vaccine will be offered to the general public after the demand from high-risk groups is met and more supplies are available. ) http://www.rgj.com/article/20091026/HEALTH/91026055&OAS_sitepage=news.rgj.com%2Fbreakingnews
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	Free H1N1 clinics Vaccinations will be given to anyone 6 months of age or older. Children younger than 10 years old who received their first dose of H1N1 flu vaccine at least four weeks ago now can get their recommended second dose at the following locations. All clinics will be held on a first-come, first-served, walk-in basis, weather permitting. No appointment is needed. Clinics will close promptly at the times stated: o 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. today at Damonte Ranch High School, 10500 Rio Wrangler Parkway o 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday at the Washoe County Health District, 1001 E. Ninth St. in Building B; enter through the gate off of Wells Avenue just north of East Ninth Street o 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday at the health district o 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 6 at Spanish Springs High School, 100 Marilyn Mae Drive, Sparks Seasonal flu vaccinations Washoe County Health District charges from $16 to $38 per dose for the seasonal flu vaccine. The cost is determined by things such as client age, insurance coverage and whether the nasal or short form of vaccine is used. For a list of seasonal flu vaccine providers, visit http://immunizenevada.com/about-nic/flu/ Washoe County H1N1 cases Washoe County had 1,106 laboratory-confirmed cases and five related deaths since the beginning of the pandemic in April 2009. http://www.rgj.com/article/20100130/NEWS/100130018/1003/CARSON/H1N1-flu-could-peak-again-Nevada-officials-fear
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	Flu cases fluctuating as peak period nears February 2, 2011 Cases of influenza were down slightly in Washoe County last week after trending near epidemic levels in late December and the first two weeks in January. However, people should still be diligent about getting their flu shots if they haven't done so already, officials said. "In reality, our flu cases don't really spike until end of February, first of March," said Phil Ulibarri, public information officer for the Washoe County Health Department. "If we go how we've seen things in the past, we're still a couple of weeks away from the peak of the season for us. That's why we encourage people to get flu shots." Twenty-two 22 cases of influenza in Washoe County were confirmed last week, down from 24 the week before. Nevada is one of 17 states where influenza is considered to be widespread, according to the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Though people can get the flu at any time, the flu season typically runs from October into the spring. This year's flu vaccine expires in June, said Steve Kutz, a registered nurse and immunization program supervisor for Washoe County. The good news is the flu vaccine is plentiful this year and people have the option of getting both the influenza and H1N1 vaccines at the same time. Kutz said people should also take basic measures if they do get sick. "Stay home if you have a fever over 100.4; cough into the crook of your arm, not into your hand, just things like that," he said. http://www.rgj.com/article/20110202/NEWS/102020354/1321/news
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