Sign in

Justin Frederick, DrPHc, MPH, CPH

@epiprepared.bsky.social
172 followers 117 following 19 posts

Deputy Health Director in Omaha, NE | Chief of Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Emergency Preparedness, and Finance | DrPH Candidate | Sharing factual, up-to-date public health news to keep communities informed and safe.

PostsRepliesMedia
Justin Frederick, DrPHc, MPH, CPH @epiprepared.bsky.social · 07/04/2025
A second child has died from measles in Texas. In Nebraska, kindergarteners' MMR vaccination rates dropped from 96.3% in 2019–20 to 93.5% in 2023–24—below the herd immunity threshold. Don’t wait for tragedy to strike here.
152
Justin Frederick, DrPHc, MPH, CPH @epiprepared.bsky.social · 30/01/2025
🤒 Flu activity is very high in Douglas County and still rising! Over 800 cases were reported last week—a 20% increase. Nearly 50% of cases this season are in kids under 15.
041
Justin Frederick, DrPHc, MPH, CPH @epiprepared.bsky.social · 23/01/2025
Influenza poses a significant risk to young children: Ages 0-4 have: 1.87x higher risk than 5-25 3.18x higher risk than 25-49 3.89x higher risk than 50-64 3.08x higher risk than 65+ Get the facts: cdc.gov/flu/highrisk... @unmc.bsky.social @owhnews.bsky.social @omaha-scanner.bsky.social
020
Justin Frederick, DrPHc, MPH, CPH @epiprepared.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
Kids aged 0-4 are nearly 2x more likely to get the flu compared to those aged 5-24 (case rates: 614.8 vs. 329.9 per 100k). Protect the little ones—get them vaccinated and stay vigilant this flu season! @unmc-pedsccm.bsky.social @nebraskamed.bsky.social @owhnews.bsky.social @ketv7.bsky.social
153
Justin Frederick, DrPHc, MPH, CPH @epiprepared.bsky.social · 16/01/2025
CDC Advisory: Human infections with avian influenza A(H5N1) detected amid high seasonal flu activity. Prioritize rapid subtyping of flu A specimens in hospitalized patients & ramp up efforts to detect non-seasonal flu. www.cdc.gov/han/2025/han... @unmc.bsky.social @nedhhs.bsky.social
cdc.gov
Health Alert Network (HAN) - 00520 | Accelerated Subtyping of Influenza A in Hospitalized PatientsMinusSASstats
000
Justin Frederick, DrPHc, MPH, CPH @epiprepared.bsky.social · 03/01/2025
Flu season reminder: Nebraska has already reported 3 pediatric deaths due to influenza. Last year, a record 200 children nationwide lost their lives to flu—80% were unvaccinated. @owhnews.bsky.social @omaha-scanner.bsky.social @unmc.bsky.social
033
Justin Frederick, DrPHc, MPH, CPH @epiprepared.bsky.social · 02/01/2025
🤒🤧Influenza is skyrocketing in Douglas County! Nearly 400 cases reported last week, with a sharp rise in emergency department visits for flu-like illness. Protect yourself and others. @omaha-scanner.bsky.social @unmc.bsky.social @ketv7.bsky.social @wowt6news.bsky.social @owhnews.bsky.social
032
Justin Frederick, DrPHc, MPH, CPH @epiprepared.bsky.social · 28/12/2024
Respiratory season is in full swing! #flu #publichealth @owhnews.bsky.social @omaha-scanner.bsky.social @unmc.bsky.social
132
Justin Frederick, DrPHc, MPH, CPH @epiprepared.bsky.social · 26/12/2024
Ongoing/worsening cough? It might be pertussis, see your medical provider. ketv.com/article/doug...
ketv.com
'Very concerning': Whooping cough cases continues to spread in Douglas County
Douglas County reports a significant increase in whooping cough cases, with health officials urging vaccinations.
120
Justin Frederick, DrPHc, MPH, CPH @epiprepared.bsky.social · 25/12/2024
2024 was a year of growth, challenges, and achievements at DCHD! From advancing health equity, tackling outbreaks, and celebrating 75 years of public health excellence, we proudly serve our community. Here's to a healthier 2025 together! @HealthDouglasCo @DouglasCountyNE
120
Justin Frederick, DrPHc, MPH, CPH @epiprepared.bsky.social · 24/12/2024
The integration of Social Determinants of Health (SDOH) screeners into our WIC and Clinic services highlights how we’re breaking down silos to provide more holistic care to our clients. We’re not just responding to public health challenges but setting a higher standard. @omaha-scanner.bsky.social
020
Reposted by Justin Frederick, DrPHc, MPH, CPH
Alice (SHE/HER) Sato, MD PhD @asato4kids.bsky.social · 21/12/2024
www.siouxlandproud.com/news/local-n...
siouxlandproud.com
1st human case of bird flu in Iowa detected, Iowa HHS says
Iowa health officials say that one person in the state has contracted bird flu.
062
Justin Frederick, DrPHc, MPH, CPH @epiprepared.bsky.social · 21/12/2024
Today's #PublicHealth headlines: RSV (Illinois) Pertussis (US & New Zealand) Respiratory illnesses (multiple states) Rabies exposure (New York) Measles (Canada & Morocco) Mystery illness (DRC) Dengue (Hong Kong) Mpox & HIV (global)
131
Justin Frederick, DrPHc, MPH, CPH @epiprepared.bsky.social · 20/12/2024
According to the CDC, Nebraska has reported 171 invasive pneumococcal disease cases in 2024 (as of Dec. 7), slightly above the 168 cases reported in 2023. @unmc-pedsccm.bsky.social @unmc.bsky.social @ketv7.bsky.social @wowt6news.bsky.social @owhnews.bsky.social @omaha-scanner.bsky.social
032
Justin Frederick, DrPHc, MPH, CPH @epiprepared.bsky.social · 20/12/2024
Public health is global! 🌍 Recent stories include: Pink cocaine, norovirus, pertussis (US) Dengue & suspected Zika (India) H5N1 (Louisiana) Polio (Pakistan) Cholera (Sudan) Yellow fever (Uganda) @unmc.bsky.social @unmccom.bsky.social @publichealthaus.bsky.social @publichealthlaw.bsky.social
020
Justin Frederick, DrPHc, MPH, CPH @epiprepared.bsky.social · 20/12/2024
The Nebraska Dept. of Agriculture has confirmed 2 more cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in poultry flocks, bringing the total to 5 cases in 2024. www.cdc.gov/bird-flu/ind... @ketv7.bsky.social @wowt6news.bsky.social @unmc.bsky.social @nehumanesociety.bsky.social @owhnews.bsky.social
cdc.gov
Bird Flu
This page provides links to the latest H5N1 bird flu information
130
Justin Frederick, DrPHc, MPH, CPH @epiprepared.bsky.social · 17/12/2024
Last flu season, 205 children died from influenza, with CDC estimates closer to 724. 80% were not fully vaccinated. It’s not too late to protect your child: ✅ Get them vaccinated now ✅ Flu shots save lives (6mo+) @ketv7.bsky.social @unmc.bsky.social @owhnews.bsky.social @omaha-scanner.bsky.social
010
Justin Frederick, DrPHc, MPH, CPH @epiprepared.bsky.social · 17/12/2024
Pertussis alert: Cases continue to surge in Douglas County/Omaha Metro with 162 cases reported—the highest in the past decade. Nearly 19,000 potential exposures identified. Stay informed and protect your community. @ketv7.bsky.social @owhnews.bsky.social @unmc.bsky.social @omaha-scanner.bsky.social
022
Justin Frederick, DrPHc, MPH, CPH @epiprepared.bsky.social · 17/12/2024
I have made the switch to Bluesky. Join me for the latest and factual local public health news.
061