Week 20 Respiratory Update

This report includes data on both influenza and COVID for Week 20. Jefferson County Health Department (JCHD) monitors influenza and other respiratory pathogens, including COVID-19, throughout Jefferson County, Missouri.

JCHD conducts influenza surveillance using passive surveillance and syndromic surveillance. Although influenza illness can occur year-round, the seasonal influenza reporting begins on the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) Week 40 of a given year and continues through MMWR Week 20 of the following calendar year. All data and information are conditional and may change as more reports are received.

 

COVID19 Data Dashboard: https://www.jeffcohealth.org/covid19-data

Influenza Data Dashboard: https://www.jeffcohealth.org/flu-season-info

Week 20 Respiratory Report: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/57f035cc9f745646c52342b9/t/628e31a2c5ddf52cbf1fe3cf/1653485987196/2022_Week20_JCHDRespiratoryReport.pdf

CDC Integrated County View Data Tracker: https://covid.cdc.gov/covid-data-tracker/#county-view?list_select_state=Missouri&data-type=CommunityLevels&list_select_county=29099&null=29099

 

This is the last respiratory update for this season. Respiratory updates will resume during CDC Week 40 in the fall. COVID data will be updated weekly on our website dashboard. COVID data can also be found on the CDC dashboard listed above as well.

 

Influenza Summary: (Sara Wilton, Epidemiologist)

An additional 7 flu cases were added to our data, bringing our total number of flu cases this season to 1,291 with the majority being Type A. This is a 33.3% decrease in weekly reported cases since last week. During the 2021-2022 flu season 4 flu deaths were reported in Jefferson County.

Flu cases are reportable year-round, however, our respiratory report and detailed statistics will not return until next flu season later this fall.

 

COVID-19 Summary: (Sara Wilton, Epidemiologist)

On April 1, 2022, the state of Missouri has transitioned from ‘pandemic to endemic’ regarding COVID-19 response and data collection. Therefore, some of the data previously reported will no longer be available on weekly reports. This includes vaccination data which is now only provided to local health departments monthly and negative COVID tests which are no longer reported to the state at all.

Because of the data collection changes at the state level, you will notice some differences in the weekly report. For example, the percentage of residents vaccinated is not available this week and the number of weekly cases that were vaccinated or unvaccinated will no longer be provided.

Currently, Jefferson County, MO is in the LOW COMMUNITY LEVEL (green). In the LOW level, the recommendations for individuals and households are:

  • Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines and boosters

  • Maintain improved ventilation throughout indoor spaces when possible

  • Follow CDC recommendations for isolation and quarantine, including getting tested if you are exposed to COVID-19 or have symptoms of COVID-19

  • If you are immunocompromised or high risk for severe disease

    • Have a plan for rapid testing if needed (e.g., having home tests or access to testing)

    • Talk to your healthcare provider about whether you are a candidate for treatments like oral antivirals, PrEP, and monoclonal antibodies

In week 20, 377 new COVID cases were reported. This was an 11.53% increase in weekly cases compared to week 19. Two additional deaths are being reported this week.

  • Total Cases: 54,496

  • Total Deaths: 548

    • 2 additional COVID deaths since last report

      • Male, 40’s

      • Male, 80’s

Week 19 Respiratory Update

An additional 8 flu cases were added to our data, bringing our total number of flu cases this season to 1,284 with the majority being Type A. This is a 33.3% decrease in weekly reported cases since last week. There is only 1 week remaining in this year’s flu season. This week we are also reporting an additional flu death; a female in her 90’s. So far, this flu season, we have reported four flu deaths in the county.  

 

COVID-19 Summary: (Sara Wilton, Epidemiologist)

On April 1, 2022 the state of Missouri has transitioned from ‘pandemic to endemic’ regarding COVID-19 response and data collection. Therefore, some of the data previously reported will no longer be available on weekly reports. This includes vaccination data which is now only provided to local health departments monthly and negative COVID tests which are no longer reported to the state at all.

Because of the data collection changes at the state level, you will notice some differences in the weekly report. For example, the percentage of residents vaccinated is not available this week and the number of weekly cases that were vaccinated or unvaccinated will no longer be provided.

 

Currently, Jefferson County, MO is in the LOW COMMUNITY LEVEL (green). In the LOW level, the recommendations for individuals and households are:

  • Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines and boosters

  • Maintain improved ventilation throughout indoor spaces when possible

  • Follow CDC recommendations for isolation and quarantine, including getting tested if you are exposed to COVID-19 or have symptoms of COVID-19

  • If you are immunocompromised or high risk for severe disease

    • Have a plan for rapid testing if needed (e.g., having home tests or access to testing)

    • Talk to your healthcare provider about whether you are a candidate for treatments like oral antivirals, PrEP, and monoclonal antibodies

In week 19, 335 new COVID cases were reported. This was an 81.08% increase in weekly cases compared to week 18. Two additional deaths are being reported this week, however, we were notified of one after CDC week 19 had concluded, therefore it will not be reflected in the fatality data charts until next week.

  • Total Cases: 54,162

  • Total Deaths: 546

    • 2 additional COVID deaths since last report

      • Youth, 0-9 years old

      • Male, 50’s

Week 18 Respiratory Update

An additional 17 flu cases were added to our data, bringing our total number of flu cases this season 1,276 with the majority being Type A. There are 2 weeks left in this year’s flu season. So far, this flu season, we have reported three flu deaths in the county.  

 



COVID-19 Summary: (Sara Wilton, Epidemiologist)

Recently the state of Missouri has transitioned from ‘pandemic to endemic’ regarding COVID-19 response and data collection. Therefore, some of the data previously reported will no longer be available on weekly reports. This includes vaccination data which is now only provided to local health departments monthly and negative COVID tests which are no longer reported to the state at all.

 

Because of the data collection changes at the state level, you will notice some differences in the weekly report. For example, the percentage of residents vaccinated is not available this week and the number of weekly cases that were vaccinated or unvaccinated will no longer be provided.

 

Currently, Jefferson County, MO is in the LOW COMMUNITY LEVEL (green). In the LOW level, the recommendations for individuals and households are:

·        Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines and boosters

·        Maintain improved ventilation throughout indoor spaces when possible

·        Follow CDC recommendations for isolation and quarantine, including getting tested if you are exposed to COVID-19 or have symptoms of COVID-19

·        If you are immunocompromised or high risk for severe disease

o   Have a plan for rapid testing if needed (e.g., having home tests or access to testing)

o   Talk to your healthcare provider about whether you are a candidate for treatments like oral antivirals, PrEP, and monoclonal antibodies

In week 18, 185 new COVID cases were reported. This was a 36.03% increase in weekly cases compared to week 17.  As previously mentioned, vaccination data is not available for individual cases reported this week.

-        Total Cases: 53,749

-        Total Deaths: 544

o   One previously reported COVID death has been removed because the individual’s address was updated and determined to not be within Jefferson County

Week 17 Respiratory Update

COVID19 Data Dashboard: COVID-19 Data — Jefferson County Health Department (jeffcohealth.org)

Influenza Data Dashboard: Flu Season Info — Jefferson County Health Department (jeffcohealth.org)

Week 17 Respiratory Report: 2022_Week17_JCHDRespiratoryReport.pdf (squarespace.com)

CDC Integrated County View Data Tracker: CDC COVID Data Tracker: County View

 

Influenza Summary: (Sara Wilton, Epidemiologist)

An additional 18 flu cases were added to our data, bringing our total number of flu cases this season 1,259 with the majority being Type A. There are 3 weeks left in this year’s flu season. So far, this flu season, we have reported three flu deaths in the county.  

 

COVID-19 Summary: (Sara Wilton, Epidemiologist)

Recently the state of Missouri has transitioned from ‘pandemic to endemic’ regarding COVID-19 response and data collection. Therefore, some of the data previously reported will no longer be available on weekly reports. This includes vaccination data which is now only provided to local health departments monthly and negative COVID tests which are no longer reported to the state at all.

 Because of the data collection changes at the state level, you will notice some differences in the weekly report. For example, the percentage of residents vaccinated is not available this week and the number of weekly cases that were vaccinated or unvaccinated will no longer be provided.

 

Currently, Jefferson County, MO is in the LOW COMMUNITY LEVEL (green). In the LOW level, the recommendations for individuals and households are:

  • Stay up to date with COVID-19 vaccines and boosters

  • Maintain improved ventilation throughout indoor spaces when possible

  • Follow CDC recommendations for isolation and quarantine, including getting tested if you are exposed to COVID-19 or have symptoms of COVID-19

  • If you are immunocompromised or high risk for severe disease

    • Have a plan for rapid testing if needed (e.g., having home tests or access to testing)

    • Talk to your healthcare provider about whether you are a candidate for treatments like oral antivirals, PrEP, and monoclonal antibodies

In week 17, 131 new COVID cases were reported. This was a 12.91% increase in weekly cases compared to week 16.  As previously mentioned, vaccination data is not available for individual cases reported this week.

  • Total Cases: 53,535

  • Total Deaths: 545

    • No additional COVID deaths since last report

 

No Bubble Wrap Needed-You can help build your child’s resilience for life’s ups and downs

Resiliency has become a hot topic in the past few years with so many things happening in the world. And just like in the rest of the world, our youths’ whole world was flipped upside down. On top of having to deal with all those changes, today’s youth are constantly dealing with other challenges like changes in their regular lives, new classrooms, learning new subjects, bullying, etc. Dealing with the uncertainties of growing up in a complex world and even thriving despite all of them takes many skills. One of the most important includes resilience.

To put it simply resiliency is the ability to handle difficult situations and being able to “bounce back” after a challenge or life obstacle. Having resilience does not mean you don’t struggle, but instead you are able to handle the bump in the road and rise above it be better prepared for life’s next bump. And the amazing part is this same skill is one that will allow one to get the most out of the good times!

No Bubble Wrap Needed: As a parent you always want to protect your child and if given the choice you would bubble wrap them. But you can’t. What you can do is prepare them to navigate the world. You’re thinking to yourself, well how do I help my children become more resilient? Where do I even begin? Not to worry, by starting these few simple practices with your family will help build a strong foundation of resilience!

Be Their Support: By showing your child you support and love them as they are, you are helping your child understand they are worthy, and this self-esteem has amazing implications. This unwavering support does not mean you are approving of every decision your child makes or saying go do whatever you want, but rather it is providing that consistent presence of being there.  

When your kid knows someone has their back, this is when they can take those leaps of development. Having that assurance of “I’m not going anywhere” from their parent or guardian allows them to take those (safe) risks with confidence. As a caregiver sometimes you may worry about saying the right thing, when sometimes it’s how you listen and the presence you portray that makes just as much impact.

Keep Things in Perspective: When you child is going through a difficult situation, help them to take a step back and look at the broader picture and long-term perspective. Although your child (and your teen), may not be able to look at the long-term view on their own, you can help them see past the current situation and that the future is good. Having a positive outlook helps children to see the good things in life and keep going even in the hardest of times.

Turn Inward!: Practice becoming more resilient yourself! We can model resilience when choose healthy coping strategies, keeping things in perspective, looking on the bright side of situations, and growing from challenges. By discussing your thoughts and feelings with your kiddos they can learn to benefit from the right emotions, and which ones may undermine their well-being.

7 C’s of Resilience

On top of these foundational components discussed above, much research has been done on the 7 C’s of Resilience that make up a resilient person. This blog barely touched on the surface of all the other skills that help build resilience. Check out the short video below to learn more about them!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DTmi4kHor_s

 Remember if you or your family members are struggling to deal with an adverse experience, seek professional help. A therapist or counselor can assist you in increasing your resilience and managing your distress in a healthy way.

 If you would like to learn more about different ways to help build resilience in yourself and family check out these links down below.

·       https://positivepsychology.com/resilience-activities-worksheets/

·       https://www.apa.org/topics/resilience/guide-parents-teachers

MCH Publicity Statement: This project is/was funded in part by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services Maternal and Child Health Services Contract #AOC18380095, and is/was supported by the Health Resources Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under grant #B04MC30623, Maternal and Child Health Services for $12,107,084, of which $0 is from non-governmental sources.  This information or content and conclusions are those of the author and should not be construed as the official position or policy of, nor should any endorsements be inferred by HRSA, HHS or the U.S. Government.