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There are now 20 confirmed measles cases in Orange County

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OC Health Press Release

For Immediate Release: January 21, 2015

Contact: Nicole Stanfield, nstanfield@ochca.com, 714-834-2178

Ongoing Measles Transmission in Orange County

(Santa Ana) – There are now twenty (20) confirmed measles cases in Orange County, signaling ongoing measles transmission in Orange County and at Disneyland Parks. Measles is in the community and additional cases are expected to be identified. The best way to prevent the spread of measles is by getting vaccinated. Those who are vaccinated and become ill usually experience mild illness and do not typically spread the disease to others.

Eight of the confirmed cases acquired the disease in the community. Twelve of the confirmed cases spent time at Disneyland Parks since December 17, 2014. The Health Care Agency continues to coordinate with Disneyland Parks and other known exposure locations to help protect visitors, employees, and the community from the continued spread of measles. Continue reading→

New study finds over one-third of O.C. deaths are premature

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OC Health Care Agency Press Release

For Immediate Release: December 8, 2014

Contact: Nicole Stanfield nstanfield@ochca.com, 714-834-2178

New Study Finds Over One-Third of Orange County Deaths Are Premature

(Santa Ana) – A new study by the Orange County Health Care Agency examines the leading causes of premature death in Orange County residents. Over 6,000 deaths in 2010 were premature – people less than 75 years of age. The three leading causes of premature death were cancer, heart disease, and unintentional injury (primarily drug overdose).

Unintentional injury deaths primarily due to drug overdoses were the number one cause of premature death for young people (15-24 years old) and adults (25-44 years old). “The entire community has a role in promoting healthier behaviors, such as physical activity, smoking cessation, and the prevention of drug abuse in order to reduce premature deaths in Orange County,” said Dr. Eric Handler, County Health Officer. “Drug overdose deaths in particular are both tragic and preventable.” Continue reading→