Monday, September 23, 2024//DYCA PIO
Yap, FSM – According to the Yap State Department of Health Services Communicable Disease report for Epiweek 37, from September 9th to September 15th, a total of 612 patients were recorded. The laboratory report for this period also indicates a total of 234 tests conducted for various diseases and sexually transmitted infections (STIs), namely syphilis, chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV/AIDS, and trichomonas vaginalis. These reports provide key updates on various illnesses monitored across the state.
Severe Acute Respiratory Illness (SARI): One case of SARI has been reported by the hospital, placing the condition in Alert status for this week.
Influenza-like Illness (ILI): The number of ILI cases has decreased to 9, remaining below the threshold for concern.
Dengue-like Illness (DLI): Three cases of DLI were reported by the hospital; however, all tested negative for both Dengue and Leptospirosis.
Diarrheal Cases: Two cases of diarrhea have been reported this week by the Woleai Health Center in the Outer Islands.
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs): The laboratory confirmed 7 cases of Chlamydia and 1 co-infection of Chlamydia and Gonorrhea was confirmed.
The DHS continues to monitor these cases closely and encourages the community to stay vigilant in maintaining health precautions. For more information or guidance, please contact your local health center.
(For more information, please contact DHS at (691)350-2110 or DYCA PIO at 350-2168. Thank you.)
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