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CBS News
25-07-2025
- Health
- CBS News
Colorado adult is the first human death of West Nile virus in the state this year
An adult in Lafayette is the first human death of West Nile virus in Colorado this year. The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, along with Boulder County Health, confirmed the death on Friday. State health officials said there have been nine confirmed cases of West Nile virus in residents living in eight counties across Colorado so far this year. According to the CDPHE, West Nile virus has been found in mosquitos in eight of the 16 counties that have tested mosquitos this years including Adams, Arapahoe, Boulder, Broomfield, Denver, Jefferson, Larimer, and Weld counties. "We are deeply saddened to confirm the first West Nile virus-related death in our state this year. This tragic loss underscores the serious nature of this virus and why personal prevention is so vital," said Dr. Ned Calonge, Chief Medical Officer at CDPHE, in a statement. "I cannot stress enough the importance of taking simple, effective steps — like using repellant and draining standing water — to protect yourself and your loved ones from West Nile virus infections." State health officials said West Nile virus is most commonly spread to people by the bite of an infected mosquito. Symptoms typically appear three to 14 days after being bitten and may include fever, severe fatigue, headache, body aches, skin rash and swollen lymph nodes. While most people infected with West Nile virus don't have symptoms, some can develop a serious, potentially deadly illness. People aged 60 years and older and those with certain medical conditions are at greater risk of serious illness. Talk with a health care provider if you develop a fever with severe headaches or confusion. Additional information from the CDPHE: To protect yourself from West Nile virus:
Yahoo
26-04-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Colorado's 5th measles case of 2025 confirmed in vaccinated adult from Denver
DENVER (KDVR) — The year's fifth case of measles has been confirmed in Colorado, health officials announced Friday. The adult from Denver County had received the measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) vaccine, according to the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment. The state believes the case stems from an international trip to Chihuahua, which is currently experiencing a measles outbreak. Data: Map shows which Colorado areas are most protected from measles An area where the public may have been near the person with measles is the Kaiser Lakewood Medical Offices Urgent Care in Lakewood on Saturday, April 19, from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The state said that anyone who believes they may have been exposed should monitor for symptoms for 21 days and avoid public gatherings or high-risk settings. The department said that in rare cases, vaccinated people can get measles, at a rate of about three in 100 people. The measles vaccine helps in minimizing symptoms, which are mild and helps to prevent the spread to others. 'The measles vaccine provides strong protection, and cases like this are very rare,' said Dr. Ned Calonge, Chief Medical Officer at the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, in the press release. 'Staying up to date on vaccinations and being aware of health risks when traveling are important ways to protect yourself and your community. We're sharing this information out of an abundance of caution to support early detection and limit the risk of further spread.' The health department said that measles is highly contagious and leads to serious health problems, but it is a preventable disease. The MMR vaccine provides strong protection and getting vaccinated is the best way to protect yourself, your family and friends, the state said. Measles only spreads from people showing symptoms and does not spread from those who are not feeling sick. Calling all sneakerheads: Scavenger hunt for exclusive Nike boots happening in Denver Measles symptoms manifest as a fever, cough, runny nose, red eyes and a rash that usually starts several days after initial symptoms and appears on the face before spreading. If you believe you have symptoms, the health department advises contacting a health care provider over the phone, which can help prevent future exposure by planning ahead. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
