- As of 1/5/18, there have been 28 flu-related deaths under age 65;
- As of 1/17/18, there have been 42 flu-related deaths under the age of 65;
- What is mainly circulating this year is the H3N2 and tends too cause more severe disease;
- As of 1/17/18, at least 3,269 people in the state have tested positive for the flu, however it is believed this is very much under-reported;
- As the number of confirmed cases of influenza grows, it is important to increase employee health and safety protocols for each place of employment, including disinfection of all surfaces and continually washing hands;
- Health officials have recommended a full seven days to stop the cycle of spreading influenza;
- Some hospitals are starting to initiate “flu protocols”. At Loma Linda Medical Center in San Bernardino County, the medical staff has erected a triage tent outside the emergency room to handle the influx of flu patients. Some of you will remember similar protocols some years back for the H1N1;
- Employers should review illness protocols with employees and start to address the need for additional help to cover for sick employees;
- Start stocking up on required personal protective equipment as needed including gloves. If N95 respirators are used, please see us to assist you with meeting Cal OSHA requirements.
- We can also assist you with flu and handwashing posters;
- It’s not too late to get flu shots!
If you should have any questions, please contact us at 925-556-4404
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