San Francisco health officials activate team to manage monkeypox outbreak
June 21, 2022 | San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
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The San Francisco Health Commission recently highlighted significant advancements in trauma-informed care and provided an update on the ongoing monkeypox situation during their latest meeting.
In a move to enhance community health services, the commission emphasized its commitment to trauma-informed systems of care. A training session on mindfulness, led by program innovation leader Janae Johnson, is scheduled for June 27. This initiative aims to equip health professionals with the skills to better support individuals who have experienced trauma, ultimately improving the quality of care provided to residents.
The meeting also addressed the rising concerns surrounding monkeypox. Acting Health Officer Dr. Navina Baba reported that an incident management team has been activated to tackle the issue since the beginning of the month. As of now, there are 2,580 confirmed cases worldwide, with 142 in the United States, 37 in California, and 7 in San Francisco. The majority of cases in non-endemic countries, including the U.S. and California, have been reported among cisgender men who have sex with men.
Health officials are focusing their outreach efforts on this population to ensure they receive vital information on prevention and safety. Notably, several cases in California have been linked to bathhouses, underscoring the importance of targeted communication and education in managing the outbreak.
As the city continues to navigate these public health challenges, the commission's proactive measures aim to safeguard the well-being of San Francisco residents while fostering a supportive healthcare environment.
In a move to enhance community health services, the commission emphasized its commitment to trauma-informed systems of care. A training session on mindfulness, led by program innovation leader Janae Johnson, is scheduled for June 27. This initiative aims to equip health professionals with the skills to better support individuals who have experienced trauma, ultimately improving the quality of care provided to residents.
The meeting also addressed the rising concerns surrounding monkeypox. Acting Health Officer Dr. Navina Baba reported that an incident management team has been activated to tackle the issue since the beginning of the month. As of now, there are 2,580 confirmed cases worldwide, with 142 in the United States, 37 in California, and 7 in San Francisco. The majority of cases in non-endemic countries, including the U.S. and California, have been reported among cisgender men who have sex with men.
Health officials are focusing their outreach efforts on this population to ensure they receive vital information on prevention and safety. Notably, several cases in California have been linked to bathhouses, underscoring the importance of targeted communication and education in managing the outbreak.
As the city continues to navigate these public health challenges, the commission's proactive measures aim to safeguard the well-being of San Francisco residents while fostering a supportive healthcare environment.
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