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Health officer warns of mumps, influenza peak and rising COVID trend in Vernon County
Summary
Vernon County Health Officer Amy Kleiber told the board Jan. 8 that mumps has been reported in two Wisconsin counties, influenza-like illness is peaking, wastewater data show a moderate rise in COVID-19 locally, and one confirmed plus one probable pertussis case were noted; she urged vaccination and hygiene measures.
Amy Kleiber, Vernon County Health Officer, told the Board of Health on Jan. 8 that the department is tracking multiple respiratory infections and urging preventive steps.
Kleiber reported that mumps has been identified in two Wisconsin counties and that influenza-like illness is peaking this season. She said COVID-19 indicators are on an "uphill climb," with local wastewater surveillance showing a moderate level in Viroqua. Kleiber also reported one confirmed pertussis case and another probable pertussis case in the county. She recommended increasing vaccination uptake where appropriate and reinforcing basic hygiene, including frequent handwashing, and directed listeners to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services respiratory map for regional data.
The update did not include case counts for Vernon County itself beyond the pertussis items; Kleiber framed the report as situational awareness and community guidance rather than as new mandates. The board did not take formal regulatory action during the meeting; the health officer emphasized routine prevention and ongoing surveillance.
