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As of August 25, 2016 65 confirmed travel-related Zika cases in Georgia http://dph.georgia.gov/

As of August 25, 2016 65 confirmed travel-related Zika cases in Georgia

“Today we learned that the first confirmed case of the Zika virus has come to our area. We’re thankful this case was not locally generated, but contracted in another state. http://counton2.com/2016/08/27/travel-related-zika-confirmed-in-horry-county-florence-county/

South Carolina is reporting a confirmed Zika case in a Myrtle Beach (Horry County) traveler infected in another state. The only state reporting local cases is Florida.

AUGUST 26, 2016 5:08 PM First case of Zika reported near Myrtle Beach FACEBOOK TWITTER EMAIL SHARE 3 ways to protect yourself from Zika 1:03 FACEBOOK TWITTER EMAIL SHARE 1 of 2 BY MEGAN TOMASIC AND JASON M. RODRIGUEZ [email protected]; [email protected] LINKEDIN GOOGLE+ PINTEREST REDDIT PRINT ORDER REPRINT OF THIS STORY A case of the Zika virus was confirmed in Horry County earlier this week at Plantation Point. The Zika virus is typically spread through the bite of some Aedes mosquitoes. However, the virus can be transmitted from a preganant mother to her baby, as well as through sexual contact and blood transfusions. The virus was not locally generated, but it was contracted in another state, according to Brad Dean, president and CEO of the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce. Lisa Bourcier, spokeswoman for Horry County, said the county found out about the case earlier this week. She said the county has been working on a Zika response plan for about four months. “When there’s a travel-related case in the county, we have certain procedures that we follow,” Bourcier said. The county went door-to-door in Plantation Point, which is west of U.S. 17 and south of 38th Avenue North. County officials spoke with property owners in the area, eliminated any standing water, and used hand-held foggers to try to eliminate any mosquitoes in the area. “There is no concern at this time as long as precautions are taken,” said Robery Yanity of the S.C. Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC). Natural precautions include the use of isect repellents, wearing long-sleeves and pants, empty items that can hold water at least once a week, and ensuring that screens are placed over windows, according the the DHEC website. Currently there are 43 travel-related Zika cases in South Carolina. On Friday, state health officials, for the first time, released a map of reported Zika cases in the state. The map does not reflect the case reported in Horry County because the patient is a resident of another state who traveled to Horry County, DHEC spokeswoman Cassandra Haris said. The heaviest concentrations of confirmed travel-related Zika infections have occurred in the major metropolitan areas of the state. Charleston County has reported 8 cases, Lexington and Greenville counties have reported 7 cases each and Richland County has reported 6 cases. The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control said on Friday that that of the 43 confirmed cases in South Carolina, all were acquired outside of South Carolina. “Today we learned that the first confirmed case of the Zika virus has come to our area,” said Dean. “Our thoughts and prayers go out to the household impacted as we wish them a quick and easy recovery.” Both state and local government entities worked quickly to contain the case to “minimize the impact of Zika,” according to Dean. Read more here: http://www.thestate.com/news/state/south-carolina/article98155842.html#storylink=cpy http://www.thestate.com/news/state/south-carolina/article98155842.html

NOTICE: USDA Confirms Highly Pathogenic H5N2 Avian Influenza in a Wild Mallard Duck in Alaska USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service sent this bulletin at 08/26/2016 01:05 PM EDT The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has confirmed the presence of highly pathogenic H5N2 avian influenza (HPAI) in a wild mallard duck from a state wildlife refuge near Fairbanks, Alaska. CDC considers the risk to the general public from these HPAI H5 infections to be low. No human infections with Eurasian H5 viruses have occurred in the United States. As a reminder, the proper handling and cooking of poultry and eggs to an internal temperature of 165˚F kills bacteria and viruses, including HPAI. H5N2 HPAI has NOT been found in the U.S. – in either wild or commercial birds – since June 2015. However, anyone involved with poultry production from the small backyard to the large commercial producer should review their biosecurity activities to assure the health of their birds. To facilitate such a review, a biosecurity self-assessment and educational materials can be found at http://www.uspoultry.org/animal_husbandry/intro.cfm. The United States has the strongest AI surveillance program in the world, and USDA is working with its partners to actively look for the disease in commercial poultry operations, live bird markets and in migratory wild bird populations. The wild mallard duck was captured and a sample tested as part of ongoing wild bird surveillance. Since July 1, 2016, USDA and its partners have tested approximately 4,000 samples, with a goal to collect approximately 30,000 samples before July 1, 2017. Approximately 45,500 samples were tested during wild bird surveillance from July 1, 2015-June 30, 2016. Since wild birds can be infected with these viruses without appearing sick, people should minimize direct contact with wild birds by using gloves. If contact occurs, wash your hands with soap and water and change clothing before having any contact with healthy domestic poultry and birds. Hunters should dress game birds in the field whenever possible and practice good biosecurity to prevent any potential disease spread. Biosecurity information is available at:https://www.aphis.usda.gov/publications/animal_health/2015/fsc_hpai_hunters.pdf. In addition to practicing good biosecurity, all bird owners should prevent contact between their birds and wild birds and report sick birds or unusual bird deaths to State/Federal officials, either through their state veterinarian or through USDA’s toll-free number at 1-866-536-7593. Additional information on biosecurity for backyard flocks can be found at http://healthybirds.aphis.usda.gov. Additional background Avian influenza (AI) is caused by an influenza type A virus which can infect poultry (such as chickens, turkeys, pheasants, quail, domestic ducks, geese and guinea fowl) and is carried by free flying waterfowl such as ducks, geese and shorebirds. AI viruses are classified by a combination of two groups of proteins: hemagglutinin or “H” proteins, of which there are 16 (H1–H16), and neuraminidase or “N” proteins, of which there are 9 (N1–N9). Many different combinations of “H” and “N” proteins are possible. Each combination is considered a different subtype, and can be further broken down into different strains. AI viruses are further classified by their pathogenicity (low or high)—the ability of a particular virus strain to produce disease in domestic chickens. https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDAAPHIS/bulletins/15fbc68

The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has confirmed the presence of highly pathogenic H5N2 avian influenza (HPAI) in a wild mallard duck from a state wildlife refuge near Fairbanks, Alaska.

DHEC confirms travel-related case of Zika virus in Horry County Friday, August 26th 2016, 4:31 pm EDTSaturday, August 27th 2016, 11:42 am EDT HORRY COUNTY, SC (WMBF) – The South Carolina Department of Health and Environmental Control confirmed a travel-related case of the Zika virus in Horry County on Thursday, according to county spokesperson Lisa Bourcier. Robert Yanity, a spokesperson for DHEC, said the person or persons who tested positive for Zika were from another state and they simply traveled to Horry County. A DHEC map listing all Zika cases on the agency's website only lists South Carolina residents who have contracted the disease, according to Yanity. County officials followed their response plan and went door-to-door in the impacted portion of Plantation Pointe - 1,000 feet from the affected residence - to alert residents, according to Bourcier. For those who were not home, material was left. Bourcier added properties were also inspected and all standing water was removed. Brad Dean, president and CEO of the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce, thanked county and state officials for the swift response to the reported Zika case. "We know they recognize the seriousness of this threat and will continue to be vigilant, not only about this case, but in their efforts to ensure Myrtle Beach residents and visitors are safe and well informed about Zika-related issues," Dean said in a statement. http://www.wect.com//story/32850999/dhec-confirms-travel-related-case-of-zika-virus-in-horry-county#.V8DSp3z7k2w.twitter

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As of August 26, 2016 in South Carolina: Travel-associated cases reported: 43 Pregnant women: 0 Sexually transmitted: 1* Locally acquired vector-borne cases reported: 0 Total cases: 43 http://www.scdhec.gov/Health/DiseasesandConditions/InfectiousDiseases/InsectAnimalBorne/ZikaVirus/

As of August 26, 2016 in South Carolina: Travel-associated cases reported: 43 Pregnant women: 0 Sexually transmitted: 1* Locally acquired vector-borne cases reported: 0 Total cases: 43

Travel-related Zika confirmed in Horry County, Florence County WBTWPublished: August 27, 2016, 7:53 am Updated: August 27, 2016, 8:06 amClick to share on Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Google+ (Opens in new window) Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Click to share on Pinterest (Opens in new window) MYRTLE BEACH, SC (WBTW) – DHEC notified the county Thursday of a travel-related case of the Zika virus in Horry County. The map from SC DHEC also confirms one case of travel related Zika in Florence County. DHEC did specify that the map did not include the Horry County incident because the agency only lists cases of SC residents. In Horry County’s case, the individual resides in another state. According to Lisa Bourcier of Horry County, the person was known to have been in the Plantation Point area and the county has followed the response plan previously laid out. That plan includes drawing up a 1,000 foot radius around the area the individual was known to be and going door-to-door providing people with information, completing inspections, eliminating any areas of standing water and utilizing hand-held foggers on properties. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services reports that as of Aug. 24, there were more than 2,517 confirmed cases of Zika virus in the US and Washington DC. Brad Dean, president and CEO of the Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce, issued the following statement: People with questions can call the county’s road and drainage hotline at (843) 381-8000. The hotline will be open until 8 p.m. tonight and from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday. http://counton2.com/2016/08/27/travel-related-zika-confirmed-in-horry-county-florence-county/

“Today we learned that the first confirmed case of the Zika virus has come to our area. We’re thankful this case was not locally generated, but contracted in another state. http://counton2.com/2016/08/27/travel-related-zika-confirmed-in-horry-county-florence-county/

South Carolina reporting the first Zika case in Myrtle Beach (Horry County) which was a traveler who was infected in another state, which would likely be Florida, the only US state with reported local transmission.

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Last Update: Daily (5 pm EST) Total Human Cases Related to International Travel: 17 Locally Acquired Mosquito Borne Cases: 0 http://doh.dc.gov/publication/zika-virus-information

Zika Virus Update: Last Update: Daily (5 pm EST) Total Human Cases Related to International Travel: 17 Locally Acquired Mosquito Borne Cases: 0

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Current as of August 24, 2016 Table: Travel History of Patients with Positive Test Results by Zika Affected Country or Territory Visited - Connecticut, February 15 - August 24, 2016 Countries/Territories Visited Zika Positive Flavivirus Positive* Total Aruba 1 1 Belize 1 1 Brazil 1 1 Colombia 2 1 3 Dominican Republic 23 1 24 El Salvador 1 1 Guatemala 1 2 3 Haiti 1 3 4 Honduras 2 1 3 Jamaica 7 7 Mexico 1 1 2 Nicaragua 2 2 Puerto Rico 17 1 18 St. Lucia 2 2 Trinidad and Tobago 1 1 U.S. Virgin Islands 1 1 Venezuela 2 2 Total 61 15 76 http://www.ct.gov/dph/cwp/view.asp?a=3136&pm=1&Q=580282

Current as of August 24, 2016 Table: Travel History of Patients with Positive Test Results by Zika Affected Country or Territory Visited - Connecticut, February 15 - August 24, 2016 Countries/Territories Visited Zika Positive Flavivirus Positive* Total Aruba 1 1 Belize 1 1 Brazil 1 1 Colombia 2 1 3 Dominican Republic 23 1 24 El Salvador 1 1 Guatemala 1 2 3 Haiti 1 3 4 Honduras 2 1 3 Jamaica 7 7 Mexico 1 1 2 Nicaragua 2 2 Puerto Rico 17 1 18 St. Lucia 2 2 Trinidad and Tobago 1 1 U.S. Virgin Islands 1 1 Venezuela 2 2 Total 61 15 76 *Test results unable to distinguish between Zika virus, a single-stranded RNA virus in the genusFlavivirus, and others that are closely related including dengue, West Nile, Japanese encephalitis, and yellow fever viruses1. A positive test may mean infection with any of these viruses. Figure: Number of Patients with Positive Zika Virus Test Result by Test Type and Month of Specimen Collection - Connecticut, February 15 - August 24, 2016 Tests Performed for Diagnosis of Zika Virus Infection

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At A Glance - Zika Virus in Arkansas (as of August 22, 2016) Travel-associated Zika virus disease cases reported: 12 Locally acquired cases reported: 0 http://www.healthy.arkansas.gov/programsServices/infectiousDisease/zoonoticDisease/zika/Pages/default.aspx

At A Glance - Zika Virus in Arkansas (as of August 22, 2016) Travel-associated Zika virus disease cases reported: 12 Locally acquired cases reported: 0

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