H1N1, Swine Influenza A- Update from KishHealth System May 1,
2009 Kishwaukee Community Hospital in DeKalb and Valley West
Community Hospital in Sandwich have seen an increase in
emergency department visits and a marked increase of persons
presenting with mild, flu-like symptoms (Fever, Cough, Sore
Throat, Body Aches, Headache, Chills, Fatigue, Diarrhea and
Vomiting). Testing for human cases of swine influenza A (H1N1)
is being conducted as directed per the guidelines of the
Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and the Centers for
Disease Control. If further testing is necessary, the specimen
will be forwarded to the IDPH laboratory. Additional supplies,
including antiviral medications, such as Tamiflu and Relenza and
appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) arrived to KCH
and Valley West last night from the CDC’s Strategic National
Stockpile. Such supplies were delivered to hospitals throughout
Illinois. The DeKalb County Health Department has activated a
Swine Flu Hotline for county residents