PLEASE PASS IT ON The Hamilton Area YMCA was informed this evening that a case of Hepatitis A was confirmed in one of our part-time fitness instructors. Anyone who visited our JKR Branch from December 5, 2014 to December 29, 2014 may be at risk for developing Hepatitis A if they have not been previously vaccinated with the Hepatitis A vaccine. Unvaccinated Hamilton Township residents should contact their primary care provider or the Hamilton Township Division of Health for more information and direction. Residents from other communities should contact their primary care provider or their local community Division of Health. The early signs and symptoms of Hepatitis A appear 2-6 weeks after exposure and commonly include the following: Mild fever Loss of appetite Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea/ Clay-colored stool Tiredness Pain in the upper right side of the abdomen under the rib cage Dark urine and jaundice (yellowing of the eyes or skin) Additional information regarding Hepatitis A can be viewed at the following website: cdc.gov/hepatitis/ChooseA.htm The disease varies in severity, with mild cases lasting two weeks or less and the more severe cases lasting 4-6 weeks or longer. However, even persons with mild symptoms can be highly infectious. Persons with symptoms suggestive of Hepatitis A should consult a physician even if symptoms are mild. The Y is grateful to know the instructor is at home, resting comfortably.
Posted on: Fri, 02 Jan 2015 01:48:06 +0000
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