Media
That Norovirus Infections Are on the Rise
Hand sanitizer and many common cleaning products do NOT prevent highly contagious “stomach flu” virus that often causes “miserable” symptoms
12/20/23
Salt Lake County Sees an 800% Increase of Syphilis in Women
Local data are consistent with concerning national trends recently announced by CDC
11/09/23
Utah Experiencing Illness Outbreak Associated with Drinking Raw Milk
Public health officials advise consuming only pasteurized dairy products
10/11/23
SLCoHD Reports County’s First Human WNV Case of the Year
Threat of West Nile virus grows as more mosquitoes in Utah test positive
09/15/23
Two Bats Found in Salt Lake County Test Positive for Rabies
If you touched or were touched by a bat, rabies prevention medication may be necessary
09/01/23
Bat Found in Salt Lake City Has Tested Positive for Rabies
Health department reminds people to avoid contact with bats and other wild animals
06/01/23
Health Experts Encourage Food Safety Practices at Summer Events
Foodborne illness (“food poisoning”) peaks in summer, primarily due to outdoor cooking and eating
05/26/23
SLCoHD Confirms Measles Case in Salt Lake County
Health officials urge residents to be adequately immunized, including before international travel
03/23/23
SLCoHD to Close Dozens of Public Swimming Pools
Pools that do not meet state safety rules created in 2020 must now come into compliance or close
01/30/23