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Here are some important updates on multiple communicable diseases.
Measles
The Maricopa County Department of Public Health (MCDPH) has confirmed three related cases of measles in the county. All three are unvaccinated, and they are all recovering.
Providers can re-acquaint themselves with measles and resources for evaluation and management at Measles | Maricopa County, AZ and Measles (Rubeola) | CDC.
Monkeypox
As you are likely aware, the Federal administration declared the Monkeypox outbreak as a public health emergency.
Information about Monkeypox can be obtained at: Monkeypox | Poxvirus | CDC.
Additional information about the Monkeypox virus, vaccinations, state and county websites, and frequently asked questions are posted on the AHCCCS website under Resources/Public Health.
Flu
Based on Australian data reviewed, we can expect a more robust flu season. As you are aware a flu shot is an important preventative strategy. All members enrolled in Mercy Care, who are ages three (3) and older and would like to obtain a flu shot, may get their flu vaccine at a CVS pharmacy and should inquire directly at their pharmacy.
COVID-19
The US FDA’s amendment on emergency use authorizations (EUAs) of the Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine and the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 Vaccine to authorize bivalent formulations of the vaccines for use as a single booster dose at least two months following primary or booster vaccination. Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update: FDA Authorizes Moderna, Pfizer-BioNTech Bivalent COVID-19 Vaccines for Use as a Booster Dose | FDA on 8/31/22.
Following this, the CDC has issued and updated Clinical Guidance for COVID-19 Vaccination | CDC.
Please don't hesitate to contact your Mercy Care Network Management Representative with any questions or comments. You can find this Notice and all other provider notices on our Mercy Care website.
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