by News Staff | Dec 24, 2013 | Government Agencies/Utilities
Influenza Health Alert – From Public Health Officer Dr. Rick Johnson In the last week, we have seen a definite increase in the presence of influenza in our community. A number of rapid influenza lab tests have been positive, and several visitors have been seen...
by News Staff | Jan 31, 2013 | Government Agencies/Utilities
Influenza is in Our Midst – Press Release from Inyo-Mono Public Health Director Rick Johnson Over the last week, the Eastern Sierra has been continuing to see high levels of influenza activity. We are seeing increased visits to healthcare providers, positive...
by News Staff | Jan 17, 2013 | Government Agencies/Utilities
In recent days, national news has reported with urgency the rapid spread of influenza in most states, but not yet California. Inyo-Mono Health Officer Dr. Rick Johnson said it’s just a matter of time for us. He said it’s like a Tsunami wave heading for...
by News Staff | Dec 4, 2012 | Government Agencies/Utilities
A Wake – Up Call: Indicators Point to an Early, Bad Flu Season! (Press Release – Inyo-Mono Public Health Officer Dr. Richard Johnson) Significant increases in flu activity in the United States have occurred in the last 2 weeks, indicating that an early flu...
by News Staff | Dec 15, 2011 | Government Agencies/Utilities
Health officials in most states, including California, say flu activity remains “sporadic”, according to Eastern Sierra Public Health Officer Dr. Rick Johnson. In a press release, Dr. Johnson said that 21 states have reported no influenza activity at all. ...