This month on the BOCC Public Health Report, Dr. Allison Berry said that avian flu is down in WA state and locally. Pertussis (whooping cough) is up, with 14 reported cases. She said that it starts with cold-like symptoms and proceeds to a persistent, severe cough. As a bacterial infection, it can be treated, so seeking treatment is essential and staying up to date with vaccinations (every 10 years for adults) is good practice. Willie Bence talked about how FEMA money is drying up under the new administration in Washington DC, upcoming safety seminars, and the “All County Picnic” at Finnriver on June 28, among other things. Dr. Berry will be on hiatus for a few months (she’s having a baby). but Willie Bence will be on this summer with important public safety updates every first Monday in June, July and August on KPTZ.
