Calhoun County Prepared for Infections Diseases, Even Ebola

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Ebola can be scary and it is understandable that Calhoun County residents may be concerned a case of Ebola could occur here as it has in other states; however, there is a world of difference between the U.S. and the parts of Africa where Ebola is spreading. The U.S., Iowa, and Calhoun County have a strong health care system and public health professionals who handle very contagious illnesses every day, even diseases like Ebola, and are prepared to respond should it become necessary.

 

Calhoun County residents can be confident in our hospital system, which has facilities and proper protective equipment and protocols in place for individuals who contract very contagious diseases,” says Cindy Carstens, Vice President of Nursing at SMCH and representative with the Calhoun County Healthcare Coalition. The coalition is led by officials from the Calhoun County Emergency Management Agency, Calhoun County Emergency Medical Services, Calhoun County Environmental Health, County Public Health and Stewart Memorial Community Hospital.  “Our hospital and staff are well trained and ready for any public health threat, should the need arise,” points out Carstens. 

 

Read the full article in the Oct. 22 edition of the Graphic-Advocate.

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