Posts Tagged ‘measles’
Measles Outbreak: What you need to know
With recent measles outbreaks across the country, Inova remains committed to protecting the health and safety of our community. Measles is a highly contagious illness that spreads through the air and can cause serious illness, especially in young children, pregnant women, and individuals with weakened immune systems. The best way to protect yourself and others is…
Read MoreMeasles 101
Katie MacDonald, MSN, CPNP and Erin Rovelli, RN, BSN serve patients at the Children’s Emergency Room at Inova Loudoun Hospital – Loudoun County’s only emergency facility solely dedicated to caring for children and adolescents. It is also the first and only sensory-friendly ER in Loudoun County. Katie is also a pediatric nurse practitioner for Inova Urgent Care. Inova…
Read MoreInova’s Dr. Russell Libby Spoke with WUSA 9 about Fighting Viruses Through Vaccinations
Dr. Russell Libby with Inova Children’s Hospital says we have to stay vigilant in fighting viruses like measles and whooping cough or we could risk frequent outbreaks that will put may lives at risk. Watch more.
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