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Russellville, AR 72811
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479-858-8033
jcloudmd@gmail.com
Elect Dr. Joe Cloud for State Representative
PO Box 1441
Russellville, AR 72811
With children headed back to school this month, now is the perfect time for many families to get caught up on immunizations. The summer of 2020 may be more critical than previous summers, as there is a concern that immunizations have declined in recent months due to the pandemic.
August is National Immunization Awareness Month.
National Immunization Awareness Month is an annual observance held in August to highlight the importance of vaccination for people of all ages.
When you receive immunizations, your chance of becoming ill from diseases is much lower. Furthermore, if you become sick, you will likely experience a milder case than if you were not vaccinated. Immunizations lower your risk of complications from infectious diseases, such as seasonal flu and shingles. They can also reduce your risk of a hospital stay. This prevention is especially important now, as hundreds of people are currently in the hospital for COVID-19.
Although we think of the fall as flu season, Dr. Jose Romero, Secretary of Health at the Arkansas Department of Health, has stated that August is the time of year when health providers start vaccinating against influenza.
Typically, only half of Arkansans receive a flu shot every year. The Health Department is hoping to increase that percentage this year.
Dr. Romero also stated this week that we don’t know yet what the confluence is between influenza and COVID-19.
The Health Department will have the flu vaccine available next month. The department will hold drive-thru vaccination clinics starting Sept. 21. The vaccine will also be made available to schools throughout the state. Clinics and pharmacies may have the flu vaccine available even sooner.
As a reminder, Arkansas law requires all students attending Arkansas schools and licensed childcare facilities to be vaccinated against certain diseases, unless an official exemption form is filed. Visit www.healthy.arkansas.gov to learn more.
There were 1,011 new cases and 6 deaths reported at today’s COVID-19 daily update. Hospitalizations have increased by 9 since yesterday.
Counties with the highest number of new cases are as follows:
Pulaski-182
Jefferson-64
Craighead-53
Mississippi-44
Sebastian-43
Washington-41
Independence-40
The Governor said 100 of the cases from Pulaski County were from a correctional facility in Wrightsville.
The Governor announced a proposal to direct $20 Million from the CARES Act to be used for paid leave for teachers and support staff who must quarantine due to COVID-19 related reasons. Education Secretary Johnny Key said educators could use this leave first before using sick pay.
The Governor also announced an Executive Order to declaring concerns of COVID-19 exposure as a valid reason for requesting an absentee ballot. The order also gives county clerks additional time to prepare ballots for counting.
I was blessed by my visit today with the staff and clients of MARVA WORKSHOP. They are a great community member and provide many services for our area as well as offering gainful employment to their 31 clients.
Thank you, Dr. Cloud, for giving your time to let us share with you about what MARVA does for a special group of individuals and the difference they make in their lives. We appreciate your work as our representative.
WTG!
It was so nice to meet you! Thank you for taking the time to learn about MARVA. Your visit today is truly appreciated!
They do good work!..but do be careful little brother!!
Very rewarding ding I’m sure!
There were 735 new cases and seven deaths reported at today’s COVID-19 daily update. Hospitalizations decreased by 2.
The counties with the highest number of new cases are as follows:
Pulaski-73
Craighead-69
Sebastian-62
Poinsett-27
Garland-24
Benton-24
Crittenden-23
Mississippi-23
Greene-22
Saline-21
The Arkansas Department of Health (ADH) once again urged Arkansans to make plans now to get the flu vaccine.
ADH says the agency will begin administering the vaccine at health clinics and schools next month.
Dr. Jennifer Dillaha said the flu vaccine is especially important this year as it can go a long way in decreasing hospitalizations.
There were 912 new cases and 18 deaths reported during Wednesday’s COVID-19 daily update. Hospitalizations decreased by 10.
The counties with the highest number of new cases are as follows:
Chicot-149
Pulaski-79
Sebastian-51
Washington-42
Mississippi-35
Garland-29
Craighead-28
Saline-26
Pope-24
Ashley-21
Crittenden-21
Benton-20
The Governor said the majority of cases in Chicot County are from a correctional facility.
Today, the Governor announced a plan to test inmates in all correctional facilities during the month of August.
The health department has issued a directive for resuming school bands and choirs. You can find the directive at www.healthy.arkansas.gov.
The Department of Education has launched a Ready for School Resource Call Center. The purpose of the center is to provide Arkansans with information and resources regarding the reopening of school. The call center will operate Monday through Friday from 8 am to 4 pm. The number is 1-833-353-6050.
