Infectious Diseases
The Health Department receives Infectious Disease Reports, as required by Ohio law, from health care providers and other entities on a variety of reportable illnesses. They are reviewed and entered into ODRS (Ohio Disease Reporting System). Follow-up is initiated by the Infectious Disease coordinator in conjunction with the regional Epidemiologist, who tracks trends and completes surveillance activities.
These activities are also a part of the county emergency preparedness plan (Public Health Infrastructure), which would activate in case of a public health emergency involving the need for activating the National Stockpile, distribution of preventative drugs or vaccines, and assisting other response agencies with health information regarding Infection Control
The list of Ohio Reportable Illnesses, forms, contact numbers and resources is distributed by the Health Department to all healthcare provider agencies and schools annually.