Tulsa County's Epidemiology Team Saves Lives with Flu Season Hygiene Education
Tulsa County's Epidemiology team is actively preventing respiratory infections this flu season. They focus on hand hygiene and respiratory etiquette, which can prevent one in five infections. Recently, they taught children at a vaccination clinic about proper handwashing, a move that could save thousands of lives annually.
The team, led by Epidemiologist Ashley Bailey, engages in disease investigations and prevention education. They identify clusters, track prevalence, and implement community-based programs to address issues like substance abuse and violence. Bailey's favorite aspect is disease prevention through education and community engagement.
Their current focus is on preventing respiratory infections during the flu season. Proper handwashing and respiratory etiquette can prevent a significant number of infections. In fact, these simple practices could result in 180,000 fewer flu infections and 5,000 saved lives each year. The team reaches diverse populations and incorporates community needs into their prevention goals.
Tulsa County's Epidemiology team is making a difference in preventing respiratory infections this flu season. Their education on hand hygiene and respiratory etiquette, as demonstrated at a recent vaccination clinic, could save thousands of lives annually. The team's community-based approach, led by Ashley Bailey, is a key aspect of their successful disease prevention efforts.
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