HEALTH ADVISORY #210
Candida Auris Reported in West Virginia
In 2018, Candida auris (C. auris) was made a nationally notifiable condition. In West Virginia, C. auris is a Category II emerging infectious disease and is reportable to the local health department within 24 hours. The West Virginia Department of Health and Human Resources (DHHR), Bureau for Public Health (BPH) is investigating the first confirmed case of C. auris emerging from West Virginia. Controlling the spread of multi-drug resistant organisms is a public health priority. This Health Advisory is intended to provide recommendations regarding laboratory identification, treatment options, and infection control to mitigate C. auris transmission. Healthcare providers should maintain vigilance for clinical illness that could be consistent with C. auris and maintain awareness to contain the spread.
Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department
1500 Chapline Street, Room 106
Wheeling, WV 26003
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Howard Gamble, MPH, LHA
Administration
(304) 234-3682
(304) 830-0420
[email protected]
Elizabeth Fowler, RN
Nursing Director
(304) 234-3682
[email protected]
Lock Johnson, RS
Environmental
(304) 234-3682
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Savannah Lowe, MS, RD, LD
Nutrition Director
(304) 234-3888
[email protected]
Wayland Harris, EMT-P
Threat Preparedness Director
(304) 234-3682
[email protected]
Crystal Bauer, RN
Project HOPE Director
(304) 639-7443
[email protected]
Posted 03/17/23
Accounting Technician 3 Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department The WOCHD is seeking an individual to fill the position of Accounting Technician 3. This position requires accurate financial record keeping, invoicing, accounts payable and receivable. The position is to keep and maintain local, state and federal grants and accounts in accordance with grant guidelines. Prepare financial reports as needed. Assist with the department’s financial program. Assist with new or departing/...
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