Tag: Health Alerts
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Manitoba Health Flags New Measles Exposure Sites: Measles Update #40
Four New Measles Exposure Sites in Manitoba Public health officials from Manitoba Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care have announced four additional measles exposure sites as part of Measles Update #40. Residents who were at these locations on the specified dates and times should monitor for symptoms until the indicated dates and check their immunization records…
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Respiratory Infections Surge: Medications That Can Worsen a Patient’s Condition
Respiratory Infections Surge as Weekly Cases Approach 40,000 In the past month, referring to the latest public health data, acute respiratory infections (IRAS) have surged, with weekly counts edging toward 40,000 cases. The uptick began in epidemiological week 33 (late August), when authorities recorded 33,143 episodes. One week later, the tally rose to 35,857, and…
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Dengue-Transmitting Mosquito Detected in Covilhã
Dengue-Transmitting Mosquito Detected in Covilhã The presence of the Aedes albopictus mosquito, commonly known as the tiger mosquito, has been confirmed in Covilhã, a municipality in the Castelo Branco district of Portugal. This species is notorious for transmitting various diseases including dengue fever, Zika virus, and chikungunya. This alarming finding was announced by the Cova…
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Apple Watch Receives FDA Clearance for Hypertension Alerts
Apple Watch’s New Health Feature: Hypertension Alerts In a significant leap forward for personal health technology, Apple recently announced FDA clearance for its latest Apple Watch models, the Series 11 and Ultra 3, which include a groundbreaking hypertension alerts feature. This new capability aims to revolutionize how users manage their blood pressure, enhancing the Apple…
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Potential Measles Exposures in Southern Manitoba: What You Need to Know
### Potential Measles Exposures in Southern Manitoba: What You Need to Know In late August, health officials in Manitoba issued a public alert concerning potential measles exposures at two sites in southern Manitoba: Boundary Trails Emergency Room (ER) and Winkler Medical Clinic. The revelation has stirred concern among residents, emphasizing the need for awareness and…