An email was recently sent to the parents and staff of Cedar Valley High School.
This email is regarding: .
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Dear Parents and Staff,Please read this attached letter about confirmed pertussis (whooping cough) case at our school. This is is very important. Please contact your health care provider or the Utah County Health Department if you have questions.
Courtney Johnson
Principal CVHSUtah County Health Department
Curtis Jones
801-851-7053
The email contain the following PDF attachment.
More about Pertussis
The Center for Disease Control has an entire section of their website dedicated to Pertussis: https://www.cdc.gov/pertussis/about/index.html
Their site includes some precautions, you can take including Vaccines and Antibiotics. But it also gives some Hygiene tips.
Like many respiratory illnesses, pertussis spreads by coughing and sneezing while in close contact with others, who then breathe in the bacteria. CDC recommends practicing good hygiene to prevent the spread of respiratory illnesses. To practice good hygiene you should:
- Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze.
- Put your used tissue in the waste basket.
- Cough or sneeze into your upper sleeve or elbow, not your hands, if you don’t have a tissue.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
- Use an alcohol-based hand rub if soap and water are not available.
They also have this infographic on how to protect babies from Whooping Cough.
Mike Kieffer – Editor-in-Chief, Cedar Valley Sentinel
Mike Kieffer is a dynamic leader and community advocate based in Eagle Mountain, Utah. He serves as the Editor-in-Chief of the Cedar Valley Sentinel, a local publication dedicated to informing, inspiring, and elevating the Cedar Valley community through honest and accurate journalism. With a passion for fostering connections, Kieffer has made it his mission to highlight local businesses, provide reliable news, and support community development.
Beyond his editorial role, Kieffer is the owner of Lake Mountain Media, LLC, a company specializing in media and communications, and the co-owner of Quail Run Farms, which focuses on sustainable farming and community engagement. He also actively contributes to the local economy and culture as a member of the Eagle Mountain Chamber of Commerce.
Kieffer’s dedication extends to preserving and promoting the history and heritage of the Cedar Valley area. He often participates in community-centered events and media, including podcasts that explore the unique aspects of life in the region. Through his varied endeavors, he remains a steadfast advocate for the growth and enrichment of the local community.