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Health Alerts & Advisories (2018)

2018 Health Alerts & Advisories 

Description Date Category #

Influenza Prevalent in New York State – All Unvaccinated Healthcare Workers Must Wear Masks 

12/21/2018 HEALTH ADVISORY 350

Measles Exposure in Erie County 

12/13/2018 HEALTH ADVISORY 349

Increase in Hepatitis A Infections in Erie County

10/02/2018 HEALTH ADVISORY 348

NYS Department of Health Commissioner Declares Influenza No Longer Prevalent in the State

05/21/2018 HEALTH ADVISORY 347

 Health Category Definitions:

  • Health Alert Flash: Conveys the highest level of importance due to a large-scale, catastrophic public health emergency; warrants immediate action or attention
  • Health Alert Priority: Conveys the highest level of importance; warrants immediate action or attention to a health problem or situation
  • Health Advisory: Provides important information for a specific incident or situation; may not require immediate action
  • Health Update: Provides updated information regarding an incident or situation; no immediate action necessary
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