Dr. George Papanicolaou developed the “Pap” smear in 1943, leading to a 50 percent decrease in cervical cancer in U.S. women. Despite its life-saving power, 80 percent of women who develop cervical cancer today have not had a Pap smear in the past five years. In the years since the test was developed, much has …
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H1N1 Vaccine Now Available! 0
The 2009 H1N1 vaccine is now available to patients at our offices by appointment only. Due to limited quantities, we will be offering the vaccination exclusively to patients within the practice. We will be focusing on patients who fall into a high risk category for 2009 H1N1 influenza, as described in the following: Patients 14 …
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New Eligibility for H1N1 Vaccination 0
Ohio Department of Health Begins Next Phase of Vaccine Distribution Strategy As part of the next phase to provide vaccine to Ohioans, the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) told its partners that after a final week of focused efforts to reach high risk populations, it will expand H1N1 influenza vaccine eligibility to all Ohioans beginning …
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H1N1 by the Numbers; Phishing Scam Warning 0
Some numbers to contemplate: 99.7% of the influenza viruses tested in the week ending Nov. 21 were influenza A. Almost all were 2009 H1N1 (swine flu). 99.8% of the H1N1 viruses tested are susceptible to the H1N1 vaccine that is currently available through local health departments. Influenza-like illnesses remain widespread in Ohio and surrounding states. …
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Important Information from the CDC for Pregnant Patients 0
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released important information for pregnant patients. The CDC emphasizes the importance of taking every precaution to prevent infection in work settings where pregnant employees are likely to be exposed to 2009 H1N1. Pregnant employees can also take steps to prevent both exposure and illness. Vaccination is the single …
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H1N1 Updates as of Nov. 9, 2009 0
This week, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced, “During the week of October 25-31, 2009, influenza activity remained high in the United States as reported in FluView. Flu activity is widespread in 48 states. Nationally, visits to doctors for influenza-like-illness declined slightly from last week, but are still very high. Flu-related hospitalizations and deaths …
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2009 H1N1 Nasal Mist Vaccine Available in Cincinnati 0
The Cincinnati Health Department will offer the nasal mist version of the 2009 H1N1 vaccine this week. For information on eligibility and locations, click here. As of this posting, the injectable inactivated vaccine (H1N1 flu shot) will not be available at these clinics. Remember, the nasal mist is a live attenuated influenza virus vaccine (LAIV) given as …
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2009 H1N1 Vaccine Availability 0
Local health departments are beginning to offer H1N1 vaccine to high priority patients. Check the links on the right frequently for updates if you fall into a high-risk group (pregnant women, caregivers of infants under 6 months, individuals from 6 months to 24 years, people 25 to 64 years of age with chronic medical conditions …
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Local H1N1 Vaccine Clinics Now Scheduling 0
From 10/20/09 Cincinnati Enquirer: Local health departments are scheduling H1N1 vaccination clinics this week as more vaccine arrives in the region. Vaccine supplies are limited, and initial doses are being given only to high-priority groups. Clinics announced for this week include: • The Cincinnati Health Department will offer the H1N1 vaccine Thursday for pregnant women only. Appointments …
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H1N1 Vaccination Update 0
To our patients: We have just received word that we will not be offering H1N1 vaccine at our office. If you fall into a high-risk category, you should contact your local health department regarding your options for vaccination. High priority patients for 2009 H1N1 vaccination include the following: Pregnant women People ages 6 months through 24 …
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