Omicron variant raises global concern due to high transmissibility and potential vaccine evasion.

Health officials emphasize importance of vaccinations after second measles case reported in Travis County.

Montgomery County Executive (transcript: 'Mark Elledge') and Dr. Georges Benjamin of the American Public Health Association highlighted recent national setbacks in public health, urged parents to vaccinate children before school, and warned that measles cases and vaccine skepticism are creating costly outbreaks.

At its Nov. 25 meeting the Norwalk Board of Health heard an epidemiology update from health department staff warning of a seasonal rise in respiratory illnesses around Thanksgiving, noting an H3N2 subclade and national measles figures; the department urged vaccination and usual precautions.

Health officials clarify that pertussis is not widespread locally despite rumors.

Keck Medicine urges vaccination as flu risks increase due to waning immunity.

At the Jan. 13 meeting, the Board's health report cited Illinois Department of Public Health data showing very high influenza activity, a new H3N2 subclade, and urged vaccination and precautions, especially for young children and at-risk residents.

Health officials confirm isolation and testing plans following TB diagnosis at Waukegan High.

Community advocates and health officials emphasize vaccination to prevent measles outbreaks.

Dr. May reports 325 measles cases across 15 states and stresses vaccination effectiveness.

RSV vaccine proves 90% effective in preventing infant hospitalizations, enhancing public health efforts.