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Health Advisory
Midland Health Department provides information about mpox cases
City of Midland Health Services is monitoring the increase of mpox (formerly monkeypox) cases locally and in the West Texas region.
This health advisory is to remind the public of the symptoms of mpox and how it spreads and what steps to take if you are diagnosed with mpox.
Symptoms
Typically, mpox symptoms start within 21 days of exposure to the virus. Individuals may develop flu-like symptoms first, followed by a rash one to four days later. If you have symptoms, such as a rash, visit a health care provider.
A person with mpox can spread it to others from the time symptoms start until the rash has fully healed and a fresh layer of skin has formed.
Symptoms include:
· A rash that will go through several stages, including scabs, before healing.
· The rash can initially look like pimples or blisters and may be painful or itchy.
· Fever
· Chills
· Swollen lymph nodes
· Exhaustion
· Muscle aches and backache
· Headache
· Respiratory symptoms (e.g., sore throat, nasal congestion, or cough)
Some individuals may experience all or only a few symptoms.
Transmission
Mpox can spread to anyone through close, personal contact, including:
· Direct skin-to-skin contact with mpox rash or scabs from a person with mpox
· Contact with saliva, upper respiratory secretions (snot, mucus), and bodily fluids from a person with mpox
· Pregnant people with mpox can pass the virus to the fetus during pregnancy or to the newborn during and after birth.
· Through contact with objects, fabrics, and surfaces that have not been disinfected after use by someone with mpox.
What to Do If You Are Sick
· If you think you might be sick with mpox, see a health care provider as soon as you can and inform them of any contacts you may have had with individuals with mpox.
When going to the health care provider for testing, it is recommended to keep the rash covered and wear a mask to prevent spread.
· Keep the rash covered to limit the spread to others and to the environment.
· Avoid skin-to-skin contact with others and sharing things like linens, bedding, clothing, or food.
· Clean and disinfect household spaces to limit contamination.
If you were in contact with someone who was diagnosed with mpox, please monitor for symptoms and get tested if any develop. You can also speak with your health care provider for evaluation to see if you fit the criteria to receive the JYNNEOS mpox vaccine.
For more information on mpox please visit these websites:
· Midland Health Services Mpox webpage, https://www.midlandtexas.gov/1068/MPox
· Texas Department of State Health Services Mpox page, https://www.dshs.texas.gov/high-consequence-infectious-diseases/mpox
· CDC’s Mpox page, https://www.cdc.gov/mpox/index.html
ODESSA-RAISED MUSICIAN RELEASES NEW ALBUM “POLARI”
Sam Weaks, a musical artist from Odessa, is known in our community for writing and
producing original music throughout his teenage years. Releasing under the stage name Sam
Allen, he has amassed over 30,000 streams. Now, as a 20-year-old returning to Boston for his
third year at the Berklee College of Music, Sam is releasing a brand new album, entitled
“POLARI.”
Anticipation has been building for the record’s arrival all throughout 2024. Sam released the
lead single “Vibe” in February, followed by the supporting single “Playing God” in April. After
performing in venues from Boston all the way to Spain, Sam spent this past summer playing a
series of eight shows in local venues like Flair Taverna, the Odessa Marriott, Basin Pride
Festival, and more. In his final summer Odessa performance last month, Sam debuted six
brand new unreleased songs, all of which can be heard on the album.
While Sam has written and performed music of many styles from rock to blues, “POLARI”
marks a swift pivot into the pop genre. Sam doesn’t shy away from his signature use of
theatrical themes and experimental sounds, but the record indicates a sharp new style.
Consisting of 18 tracks – with the runtime reaching over an hour – the album tackles struggles
with identity, relationships, and hedonism. The listening experience is designed to invoke a
particular emotional experience, full of personal revelations and anthems worthy of being on
repeat.
A notable song on the record is the eleventh track, “The Playhouse.” Sam sat down to write the
song after learning the news of the Permian Playhouse’s closing in December. As the
Playhouse was a very formative place during his teenage years, Sam hopes that the song will
resonate with members of the community.
Sam is set to headline The POLARI Show at Berklee in Boston this November, where the album
will be performed with Sam’s full crew of bandmates, singers, and dancers. He plans to debut
the filmed concert in Odessa this coming winter
School Threats: A Serious Crime with Serious Consequences🚨
In today’s world, school threats are no joke. In Texas, making a threat against a school is a serious crime with severe consequences. Whether it’s a prank or a false alarm, law enforcement treats these threats with the utmost urgency to protect the safety of students, teachers, and staff.
Texas law considers making a threat, even if it’s not carried out, a felony offense. This can lead to:
– Arrest by law enforcement
– A permanent criminal record
– Heavy fines
– Potential jail time
In addition to legal consequences, students who make these threats can face expulsion, suspension, or other disciplinary actions from their school. Law enforcement in Texas works closely with school officials to ensure that any threat is thoroughly investigated and taken seriously.
Remember, one bad decision can have lifelong consequences. Speak up, stay safe and always report suspicious behavior.
Our schools should be a place for learning, not fear. Let’s work together to keep them safe.
The public can report suspicious behaviors through the iWatch Texas program via the mobile app, online at www.iwatchtx.org (http://www.iwatchtx.org/) or by calling 1-844-643-2251 (tel:1-844-643-2251). All reports are confidential.
Update
UPDATE: Agapito Bernal has not accepted the appointment as Interim City Manager. He will keep his current role as Deputy City Manager. Rest assured, the City will operate as normal.
Fatal Crash Ector Co.
Ector County, Texas/November 14, 2024-A 2020 International with trailer operated by Johnny Ray Davis III, 33 years of age from Abilene, Texas was traveling east on SE Loop 338, was approaching the intersection of FM 3503. A 2013 Volkswagen Golf operated by Irek Rustem Gumerov, 26 years of age male of Houston, Texas was traveling south on FM 3503 was approaching a stop sign at the intersection of SE Loop 338 when the driver failed to yield right-of-way and struck the 2020 International with trailer. The driver of the Volkswagen Golf and the passenger, identified as Kaelee Lee Adams a 20 years of age female were pronounced deceased on the scene. The driver of the 2020 International was transported to Medical Center Hospital with minor injuries. The crash is currently under investigation.
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