First Confirmed Case Of 2009 H1N1 Flu In Navajo County

Main Category: Swine Flu
Also Included In: Flu / Cold / SARS;  Public Health;  Respiratory / Asthma
Article Date: 04 Jun 2009 - 4:00 PDT

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Navajo County Public Health Services District officials announced today the first case of 2009 H1N1 in Navajo County. The Arizona Department of Health Services Lab confirmed that an 18 year old patient at Little Colorado Medical Center tested positive for the illness. The patient has subsequently been treated and released.

"We have anticipated this first case since the onset of the outbreak and want to remind the public that everyone should take everyday preventative actions to stop the spread of germs, including frequent hand washing and people who are sick should stay home and avoid contact with others in order to limit further spread of this disease," stated Wade Kartchner, MD, MPH, director of the District. The Navajo County Public Health Services District continues to closely monitor the H1N1 flu situation.

As of May 31, 2009 the Arizona Department of Health Services reported over 500 cases in the state. The Center for Disease Control reports over 10,000 H1N1 cases nationwide.

Source
Arizona Department of Health Services