Article at a Glance
Article at a Glance
Article at a Glance
Article at a Glance
Many parents are concerned about the recent measles outbreak in Utah County. We share your concern and have put together the following information sheet to provide some answers. What Parents Need to Know About Utah County’s Measles Outbreak How many cases of measles are there? There are two confirmed cases of measles in Utah County. … Continue reading “Utah Measles Outbreak Information Sheet”
The yearly flu or influenza epidemic is hitting the United States early this year and Utah is seeing particularly high levels of flu activity. Not to be confused with the stomach flu, the flu or influenza is a viral infection that targets your upper respiratory system. Symptoms can include body aches, fever, coughing, and nasal … Continue reading “Annual flu epidemic hits early with Utah seeing a high number of cases”
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In Utah, kindergarteners and 7th graders have to be up to date on their immunizations before they can start school. If your child is not up to date, schedule an appointment now to beat the rush in August. Because of high demand, it is often hard to fit in last minute appointments. To attend kindergarten, … Continue reading “Beat the Rush for Kindergartener and 7th Grader Immunizations”
Article at a Glance Outbreaks of diseases like pertussis and measles have health officials concerned about parents who have decided not to vaccinate their children. Areas where vaccination rates are low at the highest risk. A few parents share about why they decided to vaccinate their children. Potentially deadly diseases like pertussis and measles were … Continue reading “From Parents: Why We Choose to Vaccinate”