 Epidemiology: The Epidemiology program monitors and controls communicable diseases and conditions which may significantly affect the public's health. This department investigates disease outbreaks and individual cases of specific diseases. It also analyzes health-related data to detect trends or patterns. Epidemiology works closely with the Environmental Health Division, local hospitals, and sentinel physicians in the area through the Syndromic Tracking And Reporting System (STARS) program, which works to identify serious disease outbreaks and situations that may effect large segments of the population.
 Lead Poisoning Prevention - Lead exposure can result in long term health consequences, and in some cases, be life-threatening. Infants and young children are most at risk because their bodies absorb lead more easily than adults. Pregnant women are also at risk. There continues to be risks for exposure for those living in pre -1972 housing and those in certain occupations.
Lead is not bio-degradable, and until properly removed or contained, continues to be a serious health threat.
A simple blood can screen for lead. If you suspect you or your child has been exposed or to request a home screening, call the Lead Prevention office for more information.
Contracted Services - This program provides services for eligible individuals - Breast and Cervical Cancer screenings, Vision screening, Epilepsy referrals, KidCare Insurance information, Insulin, low or no-cost Vasectomies, and Tubal Ligations.
School Health Services - School Health Services are provided and reported through the Health Department. |
