Per CDC Key points Chronic wasting disease affects deer, elk and similar animals in the United States and a few other countries. The disease hasn't been shown to infect people. However, it might be a risk to people if they have contact with or eat meat from animals infected with CWD. Causes Chronic wasting disease is a type of prion disease. Prions are proteins that are normally found in the body. In rare cases, the proteins misfold, causing serious symptoms in the animal or

Reminder: Know before you go! Travelers' Health | CDC Traveling out of the country? It is very important to make sure you are protected against disease, especially when traveling to other countries. Many countries have diseases that are not present in the United States. Vaccines for these diseases can be difficult to find, but we’ve got you covered! We Offer: Routine Immunizations Typhoid ( We have Injectable , Oral will be a script. ) Japanese Encephalitis Yellow Fever Pres

Per CDC Key points Antibiotics can save lives, but they aren't always the answer. Take these steps to use antibiotics appropriately so you can get the best treatment when you're sick, protect yourself from side effects caused by unnecessary antibiotic use and combat antimicrobial resistance. Take antibiotics ONLY when you need them Antibiotics ONLY treat certain infections caused by bacteria, such as: Strep throat Whooping cough Urinary tract infection (UTI) Some infections c

Per CDC Key points C. diff is a germ that causes diarrhea and colitis (an inflammation of the colon) and can be life-threatening. C. diff can affect anyone. Most cases of C. diff infection occur when you've been taking antibiotics or not long after you've finished the antibiotic course. Talk with a healthcare professional about your risk for developing C. diff. Symptoms Diarrhea Fever Stomach tenderness or pain Loss of appetite Nausea Complications Common Dehydration Infla

Location : Morgan County Health Department  November 17 th  at 4:00pm    Call to Order/Opening Comments – Teresa McCabe Approval of Agenda Review/Acceptance of Minutes:  October 2025 Departmental Reports submitted as Read-Ahead Material: Epi Report – Robert Deener Nursing Report – Tanya Manley Environmental Report – Mickayla LaCour Threat Prep Report – Jennifer Schetrompf Administrator Report – Cara Harding Financial Report – Bill Kearns Health Officer Report – Dr. Kevin McLa