Last year’s flu season started earlier than usual, and rates were especially high in Southeast Alaska.
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Juneau health officials warn of early flu season and rising RSV infections
Seasonal flu activity is increasing substantially across the state, and the rate is especially high in Southeast Alaska.
Health officials see high demand for youth COVID vaccine in Juneau
The first Friday of July is fully booked, but there are a few walk-in appointments available if you’re willing to wait.
Young kids in Juneau could get their first COVID-19 vaccine dose this week
One shipment of Moderna vaccines has already arrived at the Juneau Public Health office, but they are waiting for Pfizer vaccines to arrive before opening appointments to Juneau’s youngest residents.
Juneau schools offer antigen tests as alternative to quarantines for students who’ve been exposed to COVID
The Juneau School District is no longer requiring students to quarantine at home after being exposed to someone who tests positive for COVID-19. Instead, families now have the option to use antigen tests before sending their kids out the door.
Juneau community health program easing burden on hospital
“We’re pretty much overwhelmed with referrals right now,” said the Community Assistance Response and Emergency Services director.
Cluster of COVID-19 cases tied to Anchorage hockey tournament
he 2020 Termination Dust Invitational drew more than 300 players, coaches and fans to arenas in the city in early October. They came from the municipality itself, the Matanuska-Susitna Borough, the Kenai Peninsula and Juneau.
Vaccination clinic on Saturday
Summer is nearly over for Juneau kids. It’s back to school on Tuesday for first through 12th graders; kindergarten starts next Thursday. That means it’s time for shots, that little poke in the arm that allows youngsters to attend Alaska public schools. Juneau Public Health, part of the Alaska Division of Public Health, and the…