Infectious Disease Epidemiology Program

 

The Infectious Disease Epidemiology Program oversees the surveillance and control of infectious diseases throughout the state including: food and waterborne diseases (E. coli, giardia, etc.), vaccine-preventable diseases (pertussis, bacterial meningitis, etc.), zoonotic diseases (plague, Q-fever, etc.), and vectorborne diseases (West Nile virus, Colorado tick fever, etc.). The program responds to and investigates clusters and outbreaks of illnesses. It also provides analytic and medical consultations for healthcare providers statewide.

 

Epidemiology Hotlines:

A toll-free hotline (1-877-996-9000) has been established by Epidemiology Section staff to respond to telephone calls from providers and public health staff during normal working hours.

In addition, a toll-free hotline (1-888-996-9104) is available for calls regarding public health emergencies on a 24/7 basis.

 

Recent Boil Water Orders in various parts of the state have resulted in questions from the public on how to protect themselves from illness.  The following Boil Water Order FAQ offers some guidelines and answers.

Boil Water Order FAQ

 

Recent flooding in parts of the state have resulted in questions regarding flooding and health.  The following link to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers useful information.

 

 http://emergency.cdc.gov/disasters/floods/ 

Resources:

Reportable Diseases and Conditions

Disease Information

Disease Statistics (Annual Morbidity Reports 2001-2006)

Publications and Reports

Our Staff

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