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12/23/24 Provider Alert: Masking recommended for healthcare workers

| December 23, 2024

Given the recent increase in transmission of respiratory viruses, including flu, COVID-19, and RSV, Jefferson County Public Health recommends that all healthcare workers wear a high-quality, well-fitting mask in patient-facing settings to protect against both acquiring and spreading these infections to others.  Masking is required in settings of known COVID-19, influenza, or RSV. We also … 12/23/24 Provider Alert: Masking recommended for healthcare workers

12/10/24 Provider Alert: Pertussis Cases Continue to Increase in Washington State

| December 10, 2024

This is a Provider Alert from Jefferson County Public Health regarding an increase in pertussis (whooping cough) cases. Healthcare providers should: This is an update to the Provider Alert sent in May 2024. Current Pertussis Situation in Washington There has been a total of 1,533 confirmed and probable cases of pertussis reported statewide during 2024 … 12/10/24 Provider Alert: Pertussis Cases Continue to Increase in Washington State

09/13/24 Provider Alert: Syphilis Increase on the Olympic Peninsula

| September 13, 2024

Current Situation: In 2022, there were a total of 4,416 cases of confirmed syphilis in Washington state. This number continues to rise statewide, doubling or tripling every year since 2020. There has been a corresponding increase in our region. What Does Syphilis Look Like? Syphilis occurs in several different stages. These are: In addition, there … 09/13/24 Provider Alert: Syphilis Increase on the Olympic Peninsula