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health8 days ago•46 min saved

Louisiana Resident Hospitalized After Lake Swim for Rare Brain-Eating Amoeba

A Louisiana resident is hospitalized after contracting primary amebic meningoencephalitis (PAM), a rare brain infection caused by the brain-eating amoeba Naegleria fowleri, from swimming in Lake Claiborne. PAM has a about a 97% fatality rate with only four U.S. survivors since 1937. Health officials warn that warm freshwater lakes and inadequately chlorinated pools can harbor the amoeba, and prevention focuses on nose protection when in such waters; there is currently no reliable method to reduce amoebas in water.

via Yahoo|

#brain-eating-amoeba #health #lake-claiborne

health2 years ago•3 min saved

Measles Outbreak Hits New Orleans Area

The Louisiana Department of Health has confirmed two cases of measles in the New Orleans area, with the infected individuals having recently traveled out of state. The specific state they visited was not disclosed. The health department has initiated a public health investigation into the cases, emphasizing the importance of vaccination and early diagnosis and treatment for this highly contagious viral illness.

via WDSU New Orleans|

#health #louisiana-department-of-health #measles

public-health2 years ago•1 min saved

"Water Conservation Urged in Jefferson Parish Following Main Break"

The Jefferson Parish Water Department, in collaboration with the Louisiana Department of Health, has issued a boil water advisory for the east bank of Jefferson Parish following a major water line break outside the East Bank Water Treatment Plant, leading to a loss of pressure in the distribution system. Residents are advised to boil water for at least one minute before using it for drinking, cooking, or brushing teeth, or to disinfect it with chlorine bleach. Those with compromised immune systems, infants, and the elderly are urged to seek advice from healthcare providers. The advisory will remain in effect until further notice, and regular updates can be obtained through the Jefferson Parish East Bank Water Treatment Plant or the Parish's social media channels.

via Jefferson Parish|

#boil-water-advisory #jefferson-parish #louisiana-department-of-health

health-and-safety2 years ago•4 min saved

"Water Main Break Prompts Boil Advisory and Road Closure in Jefferson Parish"

A water main break outside the East Bank Water Treatment Plant in Jefferson Parish has prompted a boil water advisory for the entire east bank, including Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport. Residents are asked to conserve water and use boiled, disinfected, or bottled water for drinking, cooking, and hygiene. The advisory will remain in effect until rescinded by the Jefferson Parish Water Department or the Louisiana Department of Health. Officials are working to repair the break and restore normal water pressure, urging residents to have patience and follow safety precautions.

via FOX 8 Local First|

#boil-water-advisory #east-bank #health-and-safety