Clinical Health Services

WHEN AND WHY TO REPORT:

It is required by the state of Texas that individuals deemed cases of Tuberculosis disease must be reported within one business day to the local health authority. Reporting patients with Latent Tuberculosis infection to the local health authority is also required and must be done within one business week. Texas Health & Safety Code Subtitle D. Prevention, Control, and Reports of Disease, Chapter 81.

WHERE TO REPORT

• Fax all TB forms, reports, and related information to our secure TB fax line: 832-471-1818 including provider contact information for potential follow-up.
• Please contact our Case Registry line at 281-238-3564. Calls will be returned within 24 business hours.

LATENT TB REPORTING DOCUMENTS:

• TB-400A (PDF) 

Diagnosing and Treating TB

Please refer to the following resources for assistance in diagnosing and treating TB:

• Core Curriculum on Tuberculosis: What the Clinician Should Know, 
• Self-Study Modules on Tuberculosis, 

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

• Heartland National TB Center — Local Expert Consultation, 
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) — National Resource, 
• CDC Health Care Providers and TB Program Materials, 
• TB 101 for Health Care Workers,  

TB Control Public

TB Control Providers

TB Contact Us

HIV/STI Public

HIV/STI Providers

HIV/STI Contact Us

Immunizations (Public)

Immunizations (Providers)

Due to the impending storm, Clinical Health Services has been mandated by the state to put their emergency plan into place. The immunization clinics will be CLOSED on August 24, 2017 until further notice.

FORT BEND COUNTY, TX – Fort Bend County Officials and the Emergency Operations Center have been closely monitoring the water level in the Brazos River. The National Weather Service forecast indicates that the Brazos River will crest sometime Tuesday, August 29 in the late afternoon or early evening at an elevation of fifty nine feet at the Richmond gauge.

Judge Hebert said that “…a flood of this magnitude is an 800 year event and it exceeds the design specifications of our levees, and is potentially dangerous for a good portion of Fort Bend County. A fifty-nine foot river level threatens to overtop many of the levees in our area. As a result, I am ordering both voluntary and mandatory evacuations for many of the levee improvement districts along the Brazos River, based on all specific facts pertaining to each levee. ”

A voluntary evacuation means that you should consider leaving to head for a safer area. There is a chance that surrounding flood waters may hinder your ability to get in and out of your neighborhood. You may be stuck in your neighborhood for several days.

A mandatory evacuation means that there is risk to life and safety as well as property. There is also a risk to the lives of first responders who might be called on to rescue you when the expected danger materializes. During a mandatory evacuation emergency, personnel WILL NOT be able to respond to your calls for help. You will be on your own. You cannot rely on help from others.

A mandatory evacuation indicates the possibility of danger to your life. We urge you not to ignore it. If you are in a mandatory evacuation zone, do the smart thing: leave and be safe. Local law enforcement and the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s office will patrol evacuated areas.

Pull up the interactive map to find out if your residence is in the evacuation area: https://fbcgis.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=d1a054f74789410bbe35bed305c81841

The following areas are under a MANDATORY evacuation order:

• First Colony LID #1
• Fort Bend County LID #20
• Fort Bend County LID #6
• Fort Bend County LID #7
• Fort Bend County MUD #115
• Fort Bend County MUD #46
• Fort Bend County MUD #49
• Municipal Utility District #121
• Palmer Plantation #1
• Palmer Plantation #2

The following areas are under a VOLUNTARY evacuation order:

• Fort Bend County LID #2
• Fort Bend County LID #10
• Fort Bend County LID #11
• Fort Bend County LID #14
• Fort Bend County LID #15
• Fort Bend County LID #17
• Fort Bend County LID #179
• First Colony LID #2
• Pecan Grove MUD
• Sienna Plantation

Judge Hebert reiterated that, “If you are in a Mandatory Evacuation zone, please leave. If you don’t, you may be in danger and we may not be able to help. If you are in a Voluntary Evacuation zone, take steps to protect yourself, your family and your property and be ready to lose service and mobility for an extended period of time if you choose to shelter in place. In any case, begin your preparation now. Take steps now to keep safe.”

If you are under a mandatory evacuation order, take the following steps:

• Determine a safe evacuation route
• Pack essential items including medicine, important documents, and first aid kits
• Take your pets (and pet food) with you
• Secure your home by locking all doors and windows
• Leave as soon as you are instructed to leave

Also be aware that mandatory evacuation orders are already in place for areas along the Brazos River that were impacted by the Memorial Day 2016 flood, and for low lying areas of the San Bernard River. There are also evacuations in place from the cities of Rosenberg, Richmond, and Simonton and a voluntary evacuation for areas around the Barker Reservoir.

If you are in a voluntary evacuation area, be sure you are comfortable staying put for several days and that you have enough food, water and other supplies to last at least a week.

There are shelters in the area. Contact the Fort Bend County Office of Emergency Management at 281-342-6185 to find a shelter. Red Cross shelter information can be found online: http://www.redcross.org/get-help/disaster-relief-and-recovery-services/find-an-open-shelter  

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:

Public Information Officer
Fort Bend County Emergency Operations Center
281-342-6185

 

Comunicado de Prensa – Orden de Evacuación

Augusto 28, 2017

FORT BEND COUNTY, TX – Los Funcionarios del Condado de Fort Bend y el Centro de Operaciones de Emergencia han estado monitoreando de cerca el nivel del agua en el Río Brazos. El pronóstico del Servicio Meteorológico Nacional indica que el Río Brazos crecerá algún día el martes 29 de agosto en la tarde o temprano en la noche a una elevación de cincuenta y nueve pies en el indicador de Richmond.

El juez Hebert dijo que “… una inundación de esta magnitud es un evento de 800 años y excede las especificaciones de diseño de nuestros diques, y es potencialmente peligroso para una buena porción del condado de Fort Bend. Un nivel de río de cincuenta y nueve pies amenaza con sobrepasar muchos de los diques en nuestra área. Como resultado, estoy ordenando evacuaciones voluntarias y obligatorias para muchos de los distritos de mejoramiento de diques a lo largo del río Brazos, basados ??en todos los hechos específicos relacionados con cada dique. ”

Una evacuación voluntaria significa que usted debe considerar salir para un área más segura. Existe la posibilidad de que las aguas circundantes de las inundaciones puedan obstaculizar su capacidad de entrar y salir de su vecindario. Usted puede estar atrapado en su vecindario por varios días.

Una evacuación obligatoria significa que hay riesgo para la vida y la seguridad, así como la propiedad. También hay un riesgo para las vidas de los primeros respondedores que podrían ser llamados a rescatarlo cuando se materialice el peligro esperado. Durante una emergencia de evacuación obligatoria, el personal NO podrá responder a sus llamadas de ayuda. Usted estará en su propio. No puedes confiar en la ayuda de otros.

Una evacuación obligatoria indica la posibilidad de peligro para su vida. Le instamos a no ignorarlo. Si usted está en una zona de evacuación obligatoria, haga lo más inteligente: salga y esté a salvo. La policía local y la oficina del sheriff del condado de Fort Bend patrullarán las áreas evacuadas.

Levante el mapa interactivo para averiguar si su residencia está en el área de evacuación: https://fbcgis.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=d1a054f74789410bbe35bed305c81841 

Las siguientes áreas están bajo una orden de evacuación OBLIGATORIA:

• Primera Colonia LID # 1
• Condado de Fort Bend LID # 20
• Condado de Fort Bend LID # 6
• Condado de Fort Bend LID # 7
• Fort Bend County MUD # 115
• Fort Bend County MUD # 46
• Fort Bend County MUD # 49
• Distrito Municipal de Servicios Públicos # 121
• Palmer Plantation # 1
• Palmer Plantation # 2

Las siguientes áreas están bajo una orden de evacuación VOLUNTARIA:

• Condado de Fort Bend LID # 2
• Condado de Fort Bend LID # 10
• Condado de Fort Bend LID # 11
• Condado de Fort Bend LID # 14
• Condado de Fort Bend LID # 15
• Condado de Fort Bend LID # 17
• Condado de Fort Bend LID # 179
• Primera Colonia LID # 2
• Pecan Grove MUD
• Sienna Plantation

El juez Hebert reiteró que: “Si usted está en una zona de Evacuación Obligatoria, por favor, vaya. Si no lo hace, puede estar en peligro y es posible que no podamos ayudar. Si usted está en una zona de Evacuación Voluntaria, tome medidas para protegerse a sí mismo, a su familia ya su propiedad y estar listo para perder el servicio y la movilidad por un período prolongado de tiempo si decide refugiarse en su lugar. En cualquier caso, comience su preparación ahora. Tome medidas ahora para mantenerse a salvo.

Si está bajo una orden de evacuación obligatoria, tome las siguientes medidas:

• Determinar una ruta de evacuación segura
• Empaque los artículos esenciales incluyendo la medicina, los documentos importantes, y los botiquines de primeros auxilios
• Lleve consigo a sus mascotas (y comida para mascotas)
• Asegure su casa cerrando todas las puertas y ventanas
• Salga tan pronto como se le indique que se vaya

También tenga en cuenta que las órdenes de evacuación obligatorias ya están en vigor para las áreas a lo largo del río Brazos que fueron impactadas por la inundación del Día del Memorial Day 2016 y para las áreas bajas del río San Bernard. También hay evacuaciones en el lugar de las ciudades de Rosenberg, Richmond y Simonton y una evacuación voluntaria para las áreas alrededor del embalse de Barker.

Si se encuentra en un área de evacuación voluntaria, asegúrese de que se sienta cómodo durante varios días y que tenga suficientes alimentos, agua y otros suministros para durar al menos una semana.

Hay refugios en la zona. Comuníquese con la Oficina de Administración de Emergencias del Condado de Fort Bend al 281-342-6185 para encontrar un refugio. La información sobre el refugio de la Cruz Roja puede encontrarse en línea: http://www.redcross.org/get-help/disaster-relief-and-recovery-services/find-an-open-shelter 

PARA MAS INFORMACION CONTACTE:

Oficial de Información Pública

Centro de Operaciones de Emergencia del Condado de Fort Bend 281-342-6185

 

 

 

 

This holiday season; keep an eye out for bacteria that can cause foodborne illnesses. Practice safe food handling techniques when entertaining during the holiday season to prevent food contamination.

To ensure that holiday foods are not only delicious but also safe, there are four basic steps you should always follow to help reduce the risk of foodborne illnesses:

• Clean
  • Wash your hands with soap and warm water for at least 20 seconds before and after handling food, after using the bathroom, changing diapers, or touching pets.
  • Always wash fresh fruits and vegetables.
  • Wash food-contact surfaces often. Bacteria cam spread throughout the kitchen and get onto cutting boards, knives, sponges, and counter tops.
• Separate
  • Keep raw foods separate from cooked and ready-to-eat foods to avoid cross contamination. Bacteria can easily spread from one food product to another, especially in meat, poultry, and seafood.
  • Do not place cooked food back in a plate or cutting board that previously held raw food, unless washed with soap and warm water.
• Cook
  • Cook foods thoroughly to safe internal temperatures. Use a food thermometer to measure temperatures. Typically, roast beef to 145°F for medium rare and 160°F for medium; poultry to a minimum of 165°F; ground meats to 160°F and ground poultry to 165°F
  • Reheat any leftovers thoroughly to 165°F; food should be hot and steaming.
• Chill
  • Refrigerate promptly to keep most harmful bacteria from growing and multiplying. Refrigerators should be set at 40°F and the freezer at 0°F. Check the accuracy of refrigerator settings occasionally with a thermometer.
  • Eat cold foods while they are still cold.
  • Refrigerate or freeze leftovers within two hours in covered shallow containers.
  • Discard perishable food that has been sitting at room temperature for more than two hours. You cannot tell whether food is contaminated with surface bacteria by the way it looks, smells or tastes.
  • When in doubt, throw it out!

  “Dinner parties and buffets are always very popular around the holidays. Foods that are left out for long periods can be an ideal setting for bacteria to multiply. Remember to take special precautions to keep food safe for your family and friends,” said Dr. M. desVignes-Kendrick, Director of Health & Human Services and Local Health Authority.

  Tips for Mail-Order Food Gifts:

  Shipping:

  • Make sure the food is frozen solid or refrigerator cold.
  • Use an insulated cooler or a heavy corrugated box packed with a frozen gel-pack, or purchase dry ice for keeping food cold.
  • Alert the recipient ahead of time and set a mutually-agreeable delivery date.
  • Properly label the package: “Perishable – Keep Refrigerated,” on the outside, and provide a complete mailing address and phone number to ensure proper delivery. Ship your package by overnight delivery.

  If food is sent via a mail-order company, be sure to specify overnight delivery, and request that the company supply a frozen gel-pack or dry ice in the packaging. This will help ensure that the food will arrive at your destination firm and refrigerator cold.

  Receiving:

  • Open the package upon arrival.
  • Make sure the food is still refrigerator cold.
  • Immediately refrigerate or freeze the food.
  • If perishable food doesn’t arrive cold, don’t eat it, and notify the shipper immediately.
  • When in doubt, throw it out!

   

  Sources: Fight BAC Campaign, FDA

In 2017, Fort Bend County Animal Services (FBCAS) received an assessment from Best Friends Animal Society. One of the recommendations from that assessment was that FBCAS partner with a “Friends of” non-profit organization for the benefit of the shelter. Therefore, we are pleased and proud to announce the creation of Fort Bend PAWS – Pets Are Worth Saving.

Fort Bend PAWS, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, was founded by a dedicated group of Fort Bend County citizens with the goal of raising funds and awareness for Fort Bend County Animal Services. Going forward, Fort Bend PAWS will work with the community and donors to support projects both large and small to benefit FBCAS and the pets at the facility that are not covered by the current County budget.

We want to thank the Board of Directors for Fort Bend PAWS for bringing this organization to life:

Vincent Morales, President
Pat Hebert, Treasurer
Elaine Dietz, Secretary

“It has been amazing to come together with Pat and Elaine to create Fort Bend PAWS” says Vincent Morales, President of Fort Bend PAWS. “This 501(c)(3) will strictly benefit Fort Bend County Animal Services and support its goal of reaching no-kill status for their pets. Fort Bend PAWS will also help to reduce the burden on Fort Bend County taxpayers without increasing its budget though the generous donations it will receive from our animal loving community.”

“This is an incredibly exciting time for all of us at FBCAS and Fort Bend PAWS. We hope that you will all support this partnership as wholeheartedly as you do our shelter so that we can continue to move in a positive direction for the pets at FBCAS and people in Fort Bend County.” said Rene Vasquez, Director, Fort Bend County Animal Services and non-voting Board Member of Fort Bend PAWS. “Through this non-profit organization we hope that we will be able to offset some of our budget to continue to provide the best in care for our pets.”

If you have any questions, please contact Fort Bend PAWS at FortBendPAWS@gmail.com.