Central District Health Department reports the first human case of West Nile Virus (WNV) in our area and advises precautions. West Nile Virus is the leading cause of mosquito-borne disease in the continental United States. It is most commonly spread to people by the bite of an infected mosquito. Cases of West Nile occur during mosquito season, which starts in the summer and continues through fall. Symptoms of WNV begin . . .
The Nebraska Wastewater Surveillance program tests wastewater at different locations to detect the amount of COVID-19 present. Below you'll find reports from this project for the Grand Island site. This data is one tool to track the levels of COVID-19 in our area. Vaccination is the best way to protect yourself against COVID-19. For more information please call (308) 385-5175. Wastewater for Week Ending . . .
Central District Health Department conducts weekly sampling of area lakes for Harmful Algai Blooms (HABs) , also known as toxic blue-green algae , and E. coli bacteria from May through September. These results are updated weekly. Lakes that have samples exceeding a certain concentration are put on Health Alert , during this time contact with the water is not recommended. High readings of E. coli bacteria pose a health concern . . .
CHI Health hospitals will award $1.2 million in 2025 Community Health Improvement Grants ranging from $5,000- $50,000. What you need to know: · Application portal opens June 17- August 16, 2024. · Applicants must be a 501(c)3 nonprofit or have a fiscal agent that is. · Applications must address one or more significant health needs in the . . .
