Santa Clara County Public Health Department officials have
identified another suspected case of Severe Acute Respiratory
Syndrome (SARS), an atypical respiratory illness possibly linked to
the coronavirus family.
Santa Clara County Public Health Department officials have identified another suspected case of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), an atypical respiratory illness possibly linked to the coronavirus family.
The fourth case involves a 28-year-old woman who, like the other three cases, recently traveled to Hong Kong or other parts of Asia where SARS has been documented. Her doctor, in consultation with the Santa Clara County Public Health Department, determined that hospitalization was not necessary. As a precaution, however, she has agreed to remain in isolation at home until cleared by health officials, who are monitoring her condition daily.
Of the three other Santa Clara County cases, only one, a 37-year-old female, remains hospitalized. She is in fair condition.
The other two cases involve a 38-year-old male who returned home on March 25 after hospitalization and a 33-year-old male, who after being hospitalized in Denver, Colo., returned to his home in Santa Clara County on March 22.
Anyone who has traveled recently to the regions identified above and feels ill should seek advice from their physician. Physicians should report any suspected case of SARS to Disease Prevention & Control at 408-885-4214.
Details:www.cdc.gov and www.who.int
