A communicable and/or infectious disease is an illness or infection that can be spread through the environment by people, animals, air, water, food, etc. Communicable diseases are the leading cause of sickness and death worldwide and are the third leading cause of death in the United States.
The Communicable Disease staff investigates reportable communicable diseases such as chickenpox, measles, mumps, German measles, Salmonella and whooping cough, to help identify and control the spread of communicable diseases within the community and control potential communicable disease public health threats. Staff also assists with outbreak investigations.
Services Include
Collaborate with public health and community partners
Investigate reported diseases
Provide consultation
Provide educational programs
Disclaimer
The Cole County Health Department provides the content of this website for informational purposes only and should not be construed as medical advice.
